Basic Polka Dot Begonia Care
With their unique angel-shaped dotted leaves, Polka Dot Begonia is a fairly easy plant to care for once you know what to do! Below you will find our complete Polka Dot Begonia care guide with all the info you need to keep your plant thriving.
Bright Indirect Light
I love the sunshine but too much direct light will damage my leaves.Water Moderately
I don’t like my soil to be too dry or too soggy. Little and often is what I’m after.Medium Humidity
Please make sure the air isn’t too dry, otherwise I won’t be a happy plant.Potting Soil
I need soil specifically for indoor plants as it retains the right amount of water.Detailed Polka Dot Begonia Care Information
Whether you’re looking to make sure your Polka Dot Begonia is in it’s perfect conditions, or looking to see if one could work for your space. We’ve got you covered.

They thrive in bright indirect light
Keep the soil moist, not soggy
Polka Dot Begonias like slightly higher humidity levels
Room temperature is fine
Polka Dot Begonia grow pretty fast!
Fertilise in spring to encourage growth
Polka Dot Begonia plants are toxic to pets and humans
Pruning can create a fuller-looking plant
Propagate your Polka Dot Begonia from a stem cutting
Polka Dot Begonia Care Starter Kit
We’ve put together this great little starter kit that includes all of the equipment and information you’ll need to take proper care of your Polka Dot Begonia.

Common Problems with your Polka Dot Begonia
Here are some common issues that you might run into. It’s important to diagnose any issues early to give your plant the best chance of bouncing back.
Why are my Polka Dot Begonia’s leaves drooping?
There is white mildew on my Polka Dot Begonia
Why does my Polka Dot Begonia have yellow leaves?
Why are there brown edges on my Polka Dot Begonia’s leaves?
Why is my Polka Dot Begonia losing leaves?
Why does my Polka Dot Begonia have brown leaf tips?
Why does my Polka Dot Begonia have brown leaves?
Why are the leaves on my Polka Dot Begonia curling?
Simple Polka Dot Begonia Care Requirements
It sometimes helps to take caring for your plants back to the basics, here’s the key considerations that you should take into account when caring for your Begonia maculata.
These simple points should give you all you need to keep your plant happy and healthy for years to come.
| Common Name | Polka Dot Begonia |
| Latin Name | Begonia maculata |
| Light | Bright Indirect Light |
| Water | Water Moderately |
| Humidity | Medium Humidity |
| Soil Type | Potting Soil |





