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Rex Begonia Escargot

Begonia rex-cultorum 'Escargot'

Other known names: Spiral begonia

A rex Begonia with a silver-and-green spiral centered on each leaf.

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LightMedium to bright indirectWaterKeep lightly moist, never waterloggedDifficultyIntermediateSafetySafety not yet verified

Safety not yet verified. Confirm the exact identification before deciding whether this plant is safe around children or pets. Catalog note: Safety not yet verified

Care

Light
Medium to bright indirect
Water
Keep lightly moist, never waterlogged
Growing medium
Moisture-retentive but airy tropical mix
Feeding
Light balanced feeding during active growth
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
High preferred

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Characteristics

A rex Begonia with a silver-and-green spiral centered on each leaf.

Names & botanical identity

Accepted name
Begonia rex-cultorum 'Escargot'
Plant group
Begonia
Cultivar
Escargot
Other known names
Spiral begonia
Safety
Safety not yet verified
Confirm the exact identification before deciding whether this plant is safe around children or pets. Catalog note: Safety not yet verified

Growth

Growth habit
Warm-climate foliage plant
Native range
Tropical and subtropical regions
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
High preferred
Difficulty
Intermediate

Propagation

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History & lineage

Rex Begonia Escargot is recorded botanically as Begonia rex-cultorum 'Escargot'. Lorekeeper keeps accepted and former names connected so the guide remains findable as taxonomy changes.

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