Wax Begonia Plant
Wax Begonia (Begonia x semperflorens-cultorum) is an annual plant growing 6-12 inches tall, hardy in USDA zones 9-11, with moderate growth in well-drained, loamy soil, requiring partial shade and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Annual
Height
0.3 to 0.6 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, loamy
Shade
Partial shade
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Asia
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
60% to 80%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
0.3 to 0.5 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.5 to 0.8 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
1 to 2 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
1 to 2 years
Health Benefits
Ornamental, Fragrance
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat moss, 30% perlite, 20% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Powdery Mildew, Leaf Spot, Botrytis, Aphids, Spider Mites
Symptoms
White powder, brown spots, gray mold, leaf distortion
Organic Remedies
Increase air circulation, prune affected parts, use neem oil