{"product_id":"begonia-rex-8","title":"Begonia Rex  “Spirit of Madagascar ” 4”","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"662\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"13\"\u003eBegonia rex\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Spirit of Madagascar’ (Rex Begonia ‘Spirit of Madagascar’)\u003cbr data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"76\"\u003eNative to Northeast India and Southeast Asia, with this cultivar bred for dramatic foliage in warm, humid, forest-floor conditions with filtered light\u003cbr data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"229\"\u003eHighly collectible for its bold contrast and swirling pattern, this rex begonia stands out for its deep, moody tones paired with metallic highlights. It’s grown purely for foliage and visual impact, not flowers\u003cbr data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"442\"\u003eLeaves are asymmetrical and textured with a spiral growth pattern. Color ranges from deep burgundy to near-black with silver or muted green patterning and a soft sheen. Edges are slightly ruffled with a velvety surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eLight requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"689\"\u003ePrefers east and north windows\u003cbr data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"722\"\u003ePlace directly at the window or within 1–2 ft. Can sit 3–5 ft back in bright, indirect light\u003cbr data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"817\"\u003eUnder grow lights use 5000K–6500K\u003cbr data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"853\"\u003eDistance from canopy:\u003cbr data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"877\"\u003e12–18 inches for controlled growth\u003cbr data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"914\"\u003e10–14 inches for fuller, more compact growth\u003cbr data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"961\"\u003eFoot-candles: 300–800 for stable color and leaf integrity. Above 1,200 fc can wash color and stress foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; environment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eKeep soil lightly moist but never saturated. Do not allow it to fully dry out or stay consistently wet\u003cbr data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003eAlways check the root zone. Rex begonias have fine, shallow roots that rot quickly if overwatered\u003cbr data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eRequires higher humidity (50–70%) with good airflow. Avoid water sitting on leaves. Keep temperatures stable above 65°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1822\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003eWhat your plant is telling you\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003eNeeds water: leaves lose firmness, edges begin to crisp slightly, and the plant may droop at the base\u003cbr data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eToo wet: mushy stems at the base, rapid leaf collapse, or translucent patches forming on leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003eLight issues: faded color, loss of contrast, and stretched growth indicate not enough light. Bleached patches or crispy edges signal too much direct light\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Rooted Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42719984124002,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/1269\/8722\/files\/213DA606-1599-49CF-AAB4-D99B28C84F75.jpg?v=1775860321","url":"https:\/\/therootedplantshop.com\/products\/begonia-rex-8","provider":"The Rooted Plant Shop ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}