From the rainforests of southern China to tropical Asia, these admirable begonia sport asymmetrical rounded, pale green leaves with a lobed, maroon center. Makes a nice house plant, or in outdoor cultivation is is best suited to warm temperate and tropical places as a ground cover under established trees.

Rare and limited supply.

Hardiness zones (if planted outdoors): 10-11

Note: Ornamental use only. These plants or seeds may be poisonous.

Seeds per pack: 10

Note: Begonia seeds are extremely tiny.

Germination: Start these seeds right away to preserve viability, no matter the time of year.  Place on the surface of a sterile seed mix (do not bury them), and keep moist and warm (75-80F) until germination. Do not let the soil dry out, or it can end the germination process. A soil-mix formulated for starting seeds is important for begonia.