| Common Name | Scarlet Begonia |
| Family | Begoniaceae |
| Genus | Begonia |
| Species | Coccinea |
| Origin | Mexico, Guatemala |
| Blooming | Summer to Autumn, continuous bloom in warm climates |
| Leaf Color | Glossy green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining peat-based mix with perlite for aeration; avoid heavy clay
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; reduce watering in winter dormancy
Bright indirect light; tolerates morning sun but protect from scorching afternoon heat
Balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during active growing season (spring/summer)
Pinch back leggy stems to encourage bushiness; remove spent flowers for continuous blooming
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