Begonia 'Dark Mamba' (WA Prohibited)
Begonia 'Dark Mamba' is a dramatic rex-type begonia with deep charcoal-black foliage and fine serrated edges. The leaves have a velvety matte texture that shifts subtly in tone depending on the light, giving this variety a bold and moody presence. Ideal as a feature foliage plant for indoor bright shade.
Key Characteristics
- Foliage: Dark charcoal to black leaves with soft serration and fine hairs.
- Leaf Texture: Velvety matte surface with subtle sheen in bright filtered light.
- Growth Habit: Compact mounding form.
- Seasonality: Evergreen indoors; strongest growth in warmer seasons.
- Flowers: Small pink or pale blooms may appear intermittently.
Care
- Light: Bright, filtered light. Avoid harsh direct sun.
- Water: Keep lightly moist; allow the surface of the mix to dry slightly before watering again.
- Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity. Avoid misting directly onto the leaves.
- Temperature: Warm indoor temperatures (18-28°C). Sensitive to cold drafts and sudden drops in temperature.
- Media: Free-draining mix with added perlite or fine bark for aeration.
- Feeding: Light liquid feeding during spring and summer.
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Begonia 'Dark Mamba' (WA Prohibited)
Begonia 'Dark Mamba' is a dramatic rex-type begonia with deep charcoal-black foliage and fine serrated edges. The leaves have a velvety matte texture that shifts subtly in tone depending on the light, giving this variety a bold and moody presence. Ideal as a feature foliage plant for indoor bright shade.
Key Characteristics
- Foliage: Dark charcoal to black leaves with soft serration and fine hairs.
- Leaf Texture: Velvety matte surface with subtle sheen in bright filtered light.
- Growth Habit: Compact mounding form.
- Seasonality: Evergreen indoors; strongest growth in warmer seasons.
- Flowers: Small pink or pale blooms may appear intermittently.
Care
- Light: Bright, filtered light. Avoid harsh direct sun.
- Water: Keep lightly moist; allow the surface of the mix to dry slightly before watering again.
- Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity. Avoid misting directly onto the leaves.
- Temperature: Warm indoor temperatures (18-28°C). Sensitive to cold drafts and sudden drops in temperature.
- Media: Free-draining mix with added perlite or fine bark for aeration.
- Feeding: Light liquid feeding during spring and summer.
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Description
Begonia 'Dark Mamba' is a dramatic rex-type begonia with deep charcoal-black foliage and fine serrated edges. The leaves have a velvety matte texture that shifts subtly in tone depending on the light, giving this variety a bold and moody presence. Ideal as a feature foliage plant for indoor bright shade.
Key Characteristics
- Foliage: Dark charcoal to black leaves with soft serration and fine hairs.
- Leaf Texture: Velvety matte surface with subtle sheen in bright filtered light.
- Growth Habit: Compact mounding form.
- Seasonality: Evergreen indoors; strongest growth in warmer seasons.
- Flowers: Small pink or pale blooms may appear intermittently.
Care
- Light: Bright, filtered light. Avoid harsh direct sun.
- Water: Keep lightly moist; allow the surface of the mix to dry slightly before watering again.
- Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity. Avoid misting directly onto the leaves.
- Temperature: Warm indoor temperatures (18-28°C). Sensitive to cold drafts and sudden drops in temperature.
- Media: Free-draining mix with added perlite or fine bark for aeration.
- Feeding: Light liquid feeding during spring and summer.
