Begonia Geometry

🌿 Basic Overview

• Scientific name: Begonia ‘Geometry’

• Common names: Geometry Begonia

• Family: Begoniaceae

• Origin: Hybrid cultivar, bred for decorative foliage

• Type: Tropical perennial, grown indoors for ornamental purposes

🌱 Appearance

• Asymmetrical leaves with sharp, geometric patterns in shades of green, silver, and sometimes dark purple.

• Leaf undersides are often a contrasting reddish-purple.

• Compact size, typically growing 12–18 inches tall, making it ideal for shelves, desks, or small planters.

☀️ Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light to maintain leaf patterns and coloration.

• Low light may cause fading of patterns and slower growth.

• Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.

💧 Water

• Keep soil evenly moist, but allow the top layer to dry slightly between waterings.

• Overwatering can lead to root rot.

• Well-draining soil is essential.

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal range: 65–75°F (18–24°C).

• Prefers moderate to high humidity for optimal leaf development.

• Protect from cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.

🌸 Growth & Care

• Moderate care — valued primarily for its decorative leaves.

• Benefits from pruning or pinching to maintain a compact shape.

• Can be propagated from leaf or stem cuttings in soil or water.