Baby Begonia 'Amphioxus'

Begonia Amphioxus is a rare houseplant, native to Indonesia, perfect for anyone looking for something unusual - this plant has been described as “other worldly”. Native to Indonesia, this plant has unique leaves, pointed on both ends, with serrated, wavy edges and covered in maroon spots.

Its appearance has also earned it the name “Butterfly Begonia”, because the leaves have a similar appearance to a butterfly’s wings. However, Begonia Amphioxus can be fussy and a little more difficult to look after than some other houseplants.

It likes bright, indirect light with occasional partial sun, and is also a humidity lover. It will not tolerate a dry environment, and so it is a perfect plant for growing in a terrarium. Water around 3 times per week throughout summer and once per week in winter, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. If you are going to mist, do so in the morning to allow the water to evaporate quickly.

It’s not unusual to give your plant a name… so don’t hesitate to choose one that you think suits the plant! Try naming your plant with the first name or word that you think of when you look at it - that’s how we ended up with an orchid named Clover and spider plant called Joseph.