Begonia solimutata
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Begonia solimutata

Sun-changing begonia

Tier 2 Difficulty: easy Water: low Light: partial_sun
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
5–6
Hardiness
Zone 10–12
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Observations
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Description

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Begonia solimutata (or Begonia soli-mutata), the sun-changing begonia, is a species of flowering plant in the family Begoniaceae, native to Pará state in northern Brazil. It has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Partial sun

sun-changing begonia naturally occurs in habitats like forest understories or rocky sites, where it grows in natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can adjust to full sun or full shade, showing its versatile and hardy nature.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

the sun-changing begonia comes from tropical areas, where the climate is generally warm and humid. As a result, it is well suited to high temperatures and humidity. It does not tolerate sudden temperature shifts and prefers a steady temperature environment, so avoiding indoor temperature fluctuations is important. It typically cannot withstand cold conditions and needs higher temperatures to grow. If the surrounding temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 5-6
Soil pH: 5-6
🌱 Fertilizer

Adequate fertilization is vital for the health and appearance of the sun-changing begonia. Fertilize the sun-changing begonia during summer, repeating the application monthly throughout the season. Nutrients drive growth and support the plant’s parts. Fertilization improves the sun-changing begonia’s flower display, ensuring the best blooms.

🪴 Pot & Repot 2-3 years

When repotting sun-changing begonia, choose a pot 1-2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) larger with ample drainage. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repot in spring or fall, making sure the root ball sits slightly below the rim of the flower pot. Water thoroughly after repotting and place it in a warm spot with indirect sunlight.

Suggested frequency: 2-3 years
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Begonia
Family
Begoniaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
30 cm to 49 cm
Mature Spread
30 cm to 46 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Brown
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
White, Pink
Flower Size
1.02 cm to 2.03 cm
Bloom Time
All year round
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
All year round

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Common Names (1)

en Sun-changing begonia