Begonia 'Angel Wing': Elegant Foliage and Flowers for Indoors

Begonia 'Angel Wing' - A Classic Houseplant

Begonia 'Angel Wing' is prized for its distinctive, wing-shaped leaves often marked with silver spots, and pendulous clusters of delicate flowers. This cane-type begonia makes a stunning specimen plant for bright indoor spaces. With proper care, it can bloom intermittently throughout the year.

Secrets of Success

• Light: Medium to high light indoors. Avoid direct hot sun.
• Water: Keep moist at all times but allow to dry slightly more in winter.
• Fertilizer: Feed regularly with a balanced houseplant fertilizer during active growth.
• Humidity: No water on leaves. Thrives with pebble tray and/or grouping with other plants; avoid drafts.
• Temperature: Comfortable indoor temperatures, avoid extremes.

Light Requirements

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  High Light Indoors, Medium Light Indoors

Maintenance Tips

Pinch back tall canes to encourage bushier growth. Repot annually in spring using a well-draining, peat-based mix. Watch for mealybugs and powdery mildew. Propagate easily from stem cuttings.