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Angel Wing Begonias get their name from their asymmetrical, wing-shaped leaves, often dusted with silvery spots, held on tall, jointed canes that look almost bamboo-like. Unlike many begonias grown purely for foliage, this species also produces long-lasting, pendant clusters of flowers that can bloom on and off for much of the year in good light.
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Watch for strong direct sun at south-west windows.
| Best position | right by the window | about 1 m | about 2 m | about 4 m | 4 m or more |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| north | works well | works well | too dark | too dark | too dark |
| north-east | works well | works well | too dark | too dark | too dark |
| east | works well | works well | works well | too dark | too dark |
| south-east | works well | works well | works well | too dark | too dark |
| south | works well | works well | works well | too dark | too dark |
| south-west | just about | works well | works well | too dark | too dark |
| west | works well | works well | works well | too dark | too dark |
| north-west | works well | works well | too dark | too dark | too dark |
works well just about too dark too much direct sun
A rough guide based on window direction and typical daylight through the year. Window size, curtains and whatever stands outside matter just as much.
Toxic to cats and dogs if eaten.
Eating it can cause vomiting and an upset stomach.
If your pet has eaten some, contact your vet.
Source: ASPCA
A cane cutting a few nodes long, placed in water or moist soil, roots readily within a few weeks, making this one of the easiest begonias to multiply from a single mature plant.
This is usually oedema or fungal leaf spot from water sitting on the foliage or overly damp conditions; water at the soil level rather than overhead, and improve airflow around the plant.
This cane-type begonia naturally grows upright and can get top-heavy in lower light; pinching the growing tips periodically encourages branching, and moving it to brighter indirect light helps keep growth more compact.
Yes, the Angel Wing Begonia is toxic to cats and dogs. Eating it upsets the stomach. Keep it out of reach of pets.
Roughly every 7-10 days, when the top 2-3cm of compost is dry. Water at the base and keep the leaves dry to avoid fungal spots.
From a cane cutting a few nodes long. Stand it in water or moist compost and it roots within a few weeks.
It needs bright, indirect light. A few hours of gentle morning sun help it flower, but harsh afternoon sun scorches the leaves.
