Angel Wing Begonia ‘Josephine’

The Begonia ‘Josephine’ is an elegant cane-type begonia admired for its striking, wing-shaped leaves and graceful growth habit. Its deep green foliage features contrasting silver spots and reddish undersides, complemented by clusters of delicate, translucent pink flowers. This compact grower is a beautiful and rewarding choice for any indoor plant collection.

Plant Details:

· Type: Cane-type (angel wing) begonia – upright, bamboo-like stems
· Foliage: Deep green with wavy silver spots; reddish undersides
· Flowers: Clusters of large, translucent pink blooms
· Mature Size: Compact grower; remains manageable indoors
· Family: Begoniaceae
· Hybridizer: Thompson

Care Instructions

Light:
Provide bright, indirect to medium indirect light. Place within 3 feet of a south-facing window for best results. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch the stunning leaves.

Water:
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings – never let the plant sit in water. Water at the base to avoid wetting the foliage.

Soil:
Use a light, airy, well-draining potting mix rich in organic matter. A blend with added perlite, peat moss, or coco coir works well.

Temperature & Humidity:
Thrives in comfortable room temperatures between 60–80°F (18–27°C). Avoid chilly drafts and cold windows. Appreciates higher humidity around 50–70%, but adapts well to average household levels. Boost humidity with a pebble tray or humidifier.

Fertilizer:
Feed monthly during spring and summer with a diluted, balanced liquid fertilizer. Reduce feeding in fall and winter.

Pruning & Maintenance:
Remove spent blooms, yellowing leaves, or leggy stems to encourage fresh, healthy growth. Prune back to shape the plant and stimulate fuller growth.