About Cane Type Begonias
First discovered in South America the Angel Wing Begonia make up a large portion of the cane-like begonias. There are four main types of begonias; fibrous, tuberous, canes and rhizomatous. I’ve only personally own cane-like begonias. They have long bamboo like stems with joints where the nodes, new leaves and flowers will grow from.
FAQ
Do begonias need high humidity?
Begonias do prefer a high humid environment, however they can grow just fine in room humidity levels between 20 – 50%. If you live in a dry climate, especially during the winter season then I suggest creating a humid dome around your begonias by using the old pebble tray trick or getting a humidifier. I would avoid directly misting the leaves of your begonias as they can cause fungus and they are prone to powdery mildew.
Why do the leaves get brown and crispy tips/edges?
Brown tips or edges are caused by either a lack of humidity or the type of water you’re using. If you’ve given adequate humidity and still experiencing brown edges or tips on the leaves, then I suggest using distilled water or rainwater if possible. If not, then good old filtered (Britta) water may help prevent the tips from going brown.
My Begonia Angel wing collection
