Begonia Pavonina

Pot Size 10.5cm

Begonia pavonina – The Blue Peacock Begonia 💙🌿

Begonia pavonina, also known as the Peacock Begonia, is famous for its metallic blue shimmer that appears under the right lighting. Native to the forest floors of Malaysia, this rare beauty has deep green leaves that glow with a brilliant blue iridescence in low light or under LED grow lights – a true showstopper for terrariums or moody plant corners.

Key Features:

✔ Deep green leaves with a striking blue iridescent sheen
✔ Naturally found in low-light jungle understories
✔ Compact grower – perfect for terrariums or shaded shelves
✔ Rare and highly sought after by foliage collectors
✔ A true botanical gem with a magical colour shift

Care Instructions:

• Light: Prefers low to medium indirect light – the blue shine intensifies in low light

• Watering: Keep the soil lightly moist, never soggy – let the top layer dry slightly between watering

• Humidity: Needs high humidity (70–80%) – best in terrariums or with a humidifier

• Soil: Use a very well-draining, airy mix – think peat, perlite, and bark

• Feeding: Use a gentle houseplant fertiliser every 4–6 weeks during active growth

• Temperature: Thrives at 18–24°C – protect from cold or dry air

• Growth: Naturally compact and slow-growing – avoid over-potting

🌿 Tip: Place near a grow light or in soft morning light to bring out the dazzling blue hues.