Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux




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Begonia rex 'Red Kiss' is a compact rosette built from rounded, spiral-based leaves with metallic red centres, blackened margins, and silver streaking that sharpens the overall pattern. Each leaf looks deliberately framed, and because Begonia rex 'Red Kiss' stays low and tight, the repeated pattern becomes even more striking when viewed from above.
This makes it especially effective for table displays, shelf edges, and under-shelf lighting, where the top view matters as much as the side view. It is one of the strongest rex cultivars for growers who want bold, symmetrical contrast in a plant that does not need much space to make an immediate visual impact.
Quick Care Guide
Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Watering
Water when ~25–40% dry
Substrate
Fine but airy • Moisture-buffered • Balanced • Fine
Temperature
Ideal: 18–24 °C • Avoid below: 13 °C
Humidity
Humid 60–80 % +
Growth habit
rhizomatous begonia
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 30 cm • Max. spread: 40 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
Cultivar of Begonia rex
These care values are practical reference points for indoor growing. Use them as a starting point, then adjust for your room, pot size, substrate, temperature and how quickly the plant dries.
For more context, read the full product description or visit our Plant Care Guides.
Move outside once nights stay above
15°C
Bring under cover below
10°C
Best outdoors in
Warm summer patio, Sheltered urban spot