{"product_id":"iron-cross-begonia-begonia-masoniana","title":"Iron Cross Begonia (Begonia Masoniana)","description":"\u003cp\u003eNow that's a leaf worth showing off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan\u003eIron Cross Begonia\u003c\/span\u003e isn't your average houseplant. With its apple-green leaves, chocolate-brown cross-shaped markings and wonderfully crinkled texture, it's a proper little work of art. Even the fuzzy edges have personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally from the tropical forests of Asia, this unusual Begonia is all about the foliage. Give it a warm, sheltered spot with plenty of indirect light and a little extra humidity, and it'll bring something completely different to your indoor jungle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Loves bright, indirect light. Keep away from harsh direct sunshine, which can scorch those beautiful leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keep the soil lightly moist during active growth, allowing the surface to dry slightly between drinks. Avoid soggy compost and reduce watering in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Happiest in a warm room, ideally around 18–24°C. Protect from cold draughts and temperatures below 13°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Appreciates higher humidity, but avoid misting directly onto the fuzzy foliage. A humidifier works brilliantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeed\u003c\/strong\u003e: Feed with a diluted foliage houseplant fertiliser during spring and summer, following the product instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeet Your Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Textured, apple-green leaves with distinctive dark chocolate-brown cross-shaped markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e: Compact and clump-forming, spreading gradually through creeping rhizomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Occasionally produces small, greenish-white flowers, although the foliage is the real attraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Warning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Toxic to cats and dogs if eaten, particularly the underground parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/strong\u003e: Iron Cross Begonia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Southern China and Vietnam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Memento Belfast","offers":[{"title":"13cm x 30cm","offer_id":63874167996746,"sku":null,"price":13.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/0567\/7130\/files\/Patternedbegoniaonpinkplinth.png?v=1792218532","url":"https:\/\/mementobelfast.com\/products\/iron-cross-begonia-begonia-masoniana","provider":"Memento Belfast","version":"1.0","type":"link"}