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Begonia Polilloensis

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ADA Jungle Plants: Enhancing Above-Water Beauty with Tropical Elegance

Transform your open aquarium, paludarium, terrarium, Neo Glass Air, or Terra Base with your favorite tropical plants as eye-catching accents. ADA Jungle Plants offer endless creative possibilities for enhancing your setup.

Grown in a tropical greenhouse, ADA Jungle Plants are carefully packaged in specialized cups designed with root-supporting materials. This packaging minimizes plant stress during transport, improving survival rates and extending shelf life.

Jungle Plants Highlight: Begonia-Polilloensis

Begonia polilloensis is a unique species native to the Philippines, celebrated for its delicate, fern-like leaves and soft pink flowers. This compact, branching plant thrives in humid environments, making it a perfect choice for terrariums, paludariums, or as an emersed plant in aquariums. Its attractive foliage and manageable size add a touch of elegance to any setup.

Key Features:

  • Foliage: Fern-like, compound leaves with a lacy appearance, complemented by reddish stems.
  • Flowers: Soft pink blooms that offer a subtle contrast to its greenery.
  • Size: Typically grows 6–8 inches tall, ideal for small or medium enclosures.

Care Requirements:

  • Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; moderate light can encourage vibrant growth and coloration.
  • Humidity: Thrives in high-humidity environments, making it well-suited for enclosed setups.
  • Watering: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, allowing slight drying between waterings.
  • Temperature: Best kept in warm conditions, tolerating a range from 45°F to 95°F.

With its easy-care requirements and stunning visual appeal, Begonia polilloensis is a standout addition to any hobbyist’s collection, enhancing the natural beauty of terrariums, paludariums, or aquariums with an emersed feature.

Plant Details

Feature Details
Type Rosette
Origin India
Growth Rate Slow
Height (in) 1.5–2.5+ 
Light Demand Low
CO2 Requirement Low

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