Begonia 'Mantuk' Ø8cm

Rare rhizomatous begonia collected from the Mantuk area, Borneo. Velvety dark green leaves with metallic silvery zones and a striking burgundy underside. A sought-after cultivar that makes a standout addition to any plant lover's collection. Growth and development Begonia 'Mantuk' enjoys high atmospheric humidity, between 70 and 85 per cent, making it ideal for cultivation in tropical terrariums, enclosed display cases or under a glass cloche. In ordinary rooms it stays at its best when humidity is kept above 60 per cent, which helps the leaf edges remain fresh and intact. Ideal temperatures range between 20 and 26°C during the day, without dropping below 17°C at night. The recommended exposure is bright indirect filtered light - without direct western or southern sun rays. The ideal substrate is loose and well-drained, based on coconut fibre, perlite, fine pine bark and sphagnum moss in roughly equal proportions, with a slightly acidic pH (5.5-6.5). Watering is carried out with filtered or rain water when the upper layer of the substrate begins to dry, avoiding wetting the leaves to keep the foliage healthy. Fertilisation is applied diluted (a quarter of the recommended dose), once every 3-4 weeks during the active growing season. Propagation is achieved through leaf cuttings with petiole or by rhizome division under high humidity conditions. Specifications Pot diameter: 8 cm Total height (incl. pot): 15 cm