Received Substrate
Jul 30, 2026 · Initial substrate recorded
Received Substrate
BEG-PHO-20260731-AC-001
Begonia 'Phoe's Cleo'
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Acquisition & provenance
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Acquired: Jul 30, 2026
Acquisition label: —
Seller: MakeMeCorm
Channel: MakeMeCorm
Sources: Source unknown
Price: USD 14
Linked acquisition: cmtxfvrl300cccxpbhauf4u71
Identity
Begonia 'Phoe's Cleo'
Confidence: uncertain
Author citation: —
Status: ACTIVE
Type: Mother / established plant
Location: LOC-TGH-01 · Violet Greenhouse
Acquired: Jul 30, 2026
Propagated: —
Stock: —
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Timeline status
Recently active
Health trend
Healthy
Age in collection
64 days
Last observation
4 days
Last watering
4 days
Last photo
No data
Last bloom
No data
Bloom cycles
0
Propagations produced
0
Unresolved issues
0
Watch items
0
Longest quiet period
45 days
Jul 30, 2026Sep 28, 2026
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Care
Last watering, open conditions, and recent care history.
Last watered
Sep 28, 2026
Next estimate
Oct 3, 2026
Open conditions
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Recent care history
watered · Sep 28, 2026
watered · Sep 22, 2026
Recorded via bulk care batch.
watered · Sep 17, 2026
Recorded via bulk care batch.
pest check · Sep 14, 2026
Husbandry
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Keep evenly moist but not soggy; allow the surface of the mix to begin drying slightly between waterings.Provide bright, indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch Begonia foliage.Pets: Begonias are generally considered toxic to pets, especially the tubers and roots. · Humans: Can cause mild irritation if ingested; keep away from children and avoid chewing plant parts. · Sap: Yes
Grow indoors in warm, humid conditions with good airflow and a free-draining, moisture-retentive substrate. Because this is a cultivar with no species details in the record, care is best treated as general Begonia guidance.
Location compatibility
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Temperatureunknown
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Nighttime temperatureunknown
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Humidityunknown
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Light measurementunknown
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Photoperiodunknown
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Light intensityunknown
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Light exposureunknown
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Airflowunknown
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Stabilityunknown
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Missing comparison data: Temperature, Nighttime temperature, Humidity, Light measurement, Photoperiod, Light intensity, Light exposure, Airflow, Stability.
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Full husbandry guide
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Quick summary
- Water
- Keep evenly moist but not soggy; allow the surface of the mix to begin drying slightly between waterings.
- Light
- Provide bright, indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch Begonia foliage.
- Care notes
- Grow indoors in warm, humid conditions with good airflow and a free-draining, moisture-retentive substrate. Because this is a cultivar with no species details in the record, care is best treated as general Begonia guidance.
Watering
- Cadence
- Water when the top layer of the substrate begins to dry; frequency will vary with temperature, light, and pot size.
- Moisture level
- Evenly moist; do not let the root zone dry out completely or stay waterlogged.
- Drought tolerance
- Low
- Seasonal adjustments
- Reduce watering slightly in cooler, lower-light months and increase during active summer growth if the plant is drying faster.
Light
- Intensity
- Bright indirect light
Temperature and hardiness
- Heat tolerance
- Moderate
- Frost sensitivity
- Frost-tender; protect from cold drafts and temperatures near freezing.
Humidity
- Range
- Moderate to high humidity is preferred.
- Dry air tolerance
- Low to moderate
- Misting notes
- Misting is not a substitute for humidity and can encourage leaf spotting if airflow is poor.
Soil and medium
- Preferred medium
- A light, airy, moisture-retentive Begonia mix
- Drainage needs
- Good drainage
- Growth substrate habit
- Slightly moisture-retentive but airy
- Substrate recipe notes
- The existing Begonia Mix in the collection context is appropriate as a starting point because it combines sphagnum, bark, perlite, pumice, and a small organic component for moisture retention with aeration.
Fertilization
- Type
- Balanced liquid fertilizer
- Strength
- Dilute
- Frequency
- Feed lightly during active growth, typically every 2 to 4 weeks.
- Seasonal schedule
- Reduce or pause feeding during slower winter growth.
Repotting
- Interval
- Repot when rootbound or when the mix breaks down, roughly every 1 to 2 years.
- Pot type
- Small pot with drainage holes
- Root sensitivity
- Moderate to high; handle roots gently.
Propagation
- Preferred methods
- Stem cuttings, leaf cuttings, or division if the growth form allows
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Optimal timing
- Warm season or active growth period
Pests and disease
- Common pests
- Spider mites, thrips, mealybugs, aphids
- Common diseases
- Powdery mildew, botrytis, root rot
- Preventative practices
- Use airy media, avoid overwatering, provide airflow, and inspect regularly for pests and fungal issues.
Toxicity
- Pets
- Begonias are generally considered toxic to pets, especially the tubers and roots.
- Humans
- Can cause mild irritation if ingested; keep away from children and avoid chewing plant parts.
- Sap irritant
- Yes
Growth habit
- Growth habit
- Begonia cultivar; specific habit not established from the record
Sport / mutation
Status: NONE
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Parents
No parent propagation recorded.
Children
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