Breeding methods and precautions for Star Begonia

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Star-spotted begonia, also known as white begonia, is a shrub with thin stems, oval-lanceolate leaves with silver-white spots, and white-green flowers.

Cultivation methods of Begonia with Stars

Lighting

Begonia with Stars likes scattered light and humid environment very much. Not very cold tolerant.

Soil

The soil for star begonias needs to be loose and well-drained.

Water

Water frequently during the growing season to keep the pot soil moist.

Fertilization

During the growth period, you can apply compound fertilizer rich in phosphorus and potassium once a month, or apply thin liquid fertilizer once every two weeks.

Appropriate pruning is required to maintain beautiful plant posture and good ventilation.

Notes on Star Begonia

Seasonal Watering Precautions

When the room temperature is lower than 15℃ in winter, watering should be strictly controlled or sprayed instead of watering. The optimum temperature for growth is 18-21°C. Too high a temperature can easily cause scorched leaves.

During high temperature seasons, pay attention to the surrounding air humidity and spray 2 to 3 times a day.

Overwintering

The overwintering temperature should not be lower than 8℃. In winter, the plants should be placed in a shed where sunlight is visible in the morning and evening. Fertilizer should be stopped and water should be controlled. The leaves can be rinsed with water close to room temperature every other week.

Propagation method of Star Begonia

 Propagation by seeding

Can be carried out in early spring. Sow mature seeds in a propagation pot, fill it with humus soil, and maintain it at about 16°C and a certain humidity to take root. When the seedlings have 2 to 3 true leaves, they can be transplanted into pots.

 Cutting propagation

The best results are from May to June. Select the top shoots of the plant as cuttings, about 10 to 15 cm long. Insert into culture sand bed. Spray the sand bed every day, and roots can usually take place 2 to 3 weeks after planting.

Propagation by divisions

 Clustered varieties can also be propagated by divisions. Divide the root system of the plant that is full of pots into several clusters to avoid damaging the root system. , and then plant them in pots respectively.

Pest and disease control of star begonia

If root-knot worms damage the root system, it will affect the absorption of the root system and cause the plants to be short and chlorotic. Nematicides such as Kexanthan can be buried around the root system for prevention and control.

In addition, when the air humidity is too high and ventilation is poor, gray mold is likely to occur. Ventilation should be strengthened and medication should be used.

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