Begonia Irian Jaya’

Begonia Irian Jaya was found in the Indonesian part of West New Guinea (Irian Jaya). It was thought to be a species and given the species number U682. After consulting with Indonesian botanists it is now thought to be a hybrid.

This shrub-like begonia has a full growth habit and once established it blooms constantly with bright pink flowers. The silver leaves have olive green veins and a red reverse. It likes a little extra humidity and does very well in our greenhouse.

Care of Begonia Irian Jaya:

• Bright, indirect light
• 45 to 95 degrees
• Humidity 40 to 60%
• 2 to 3 feet tall
• Water when soil becomes fairly dry

Family: Begoniaceae

This plant is shipped in a 3.5 to 4 inch pot.