Begonia dracopelta Tropical foliage regular feeding every 4 –

regular feeding every 4 – 6 weeks with a balanced liquid fertiliser at label rate maintains steady growth and leaf quality

but mature leaves can extend well beyond a metre while remaining comparatively narrow

Leaves are palmately divided into 5 – 10 wide segments with a glossy to softly matte finish

Pest Infestations – Watch for spider mites and mealybugs

Water: Keep substrate evenly moist with free drainage

Begonia dracopelta Tropical foliage regular feeding every 4 –Begonia dracopelta Small shield shaped leaves are divided into raised green sections and deep channels on Begonia dracopelta. The strongly bullate surface gives each blade a ridged, armour like texture from its earliest growth.