Identifying Beefsteak Begonia (Begonia erythrophylla)

Your Plant: Beefsteak Begonia

Large, thick, heart-shaped leaves with red undersides & starburst veins = Beefsteak begonia (rhizomatous type).

Care Guide

• Light: Bright indirect; direct south sun bleaches color.
• Water: Thorough, then let dry before next.
• Soil: Well-draining, organic mix.
• Flowers: Late spring/summer & Dec–Jan; fragile, pink/white.
• Propagation: Stem cuttings pushed into soil.

Special Trait

Leaves translucent—sunlight reveals beautiful vein pattern. "Snow" spent flowers on floor.