🌿 Wyrd Plant Co. Care Card

🌞 Light: Bright, indirect or filtered light is ideal for maintaining compact growth and developing the spectacular metallic coloration of Begonia ‘Dejah Thoris.’ Avoid prolonged direct afternoon sun, which can scorch the delicate foliage.

💧 Water: Water thoroughly when the upper portion of the soil begins to feel slightly dry. Allow excess water to drain completely and avoid keeping the growing medium constantly saturated. Rex Begonias appreciate consistent moisture but are susceptible to root and rhizome problems when kept too wet.

💦 Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity, ideally around 50 to 70%. Higher humidity can encourage lush foliage, but good airflow is equally important. Avoid allowing water to remain on the leaves for extended periods.

🌡️ Temperature: Thrives in warm household temperatures around 65 to 80°F (18 to 27°C). Protect from cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.

🌱 Soil: A loose, airy, well-draining mix is ideal. A blend containing quality potting soil, orchid bark, perlite, and horticultural charcoal provides moisture retention while allowing plenty of oxygen around the roots.

🌿 Fertilizer: Feed monthly during active growth with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength. Reduce feeding during periods of slower growth.

🐾 Pet Safety: Not considered pet safe if ingested. Begonias contain calcium oxalates and should be kept away from pets and small children.

🌎 Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

🌿 About This Plant

Begonia ‘Dejah Thoris’ is an extraordinary Rex Begonia prized for foliage that seems almost metallic.

Young leaves emerge in beautiful rosy-pink and bronze tones before gradually developing their characteristic silvery coloration as they mature. Fully developed leaves can become heavily washed in shimmering silver, accented by dark green to charcoal markings and subtle pink, rose, and burgundy tones.

The heavily textured foliage, serrated margins, and metallic finish give each leaf remarkable dimension. Depending on the angle and lighting, the leaves can appear silver, pewter, lavender, or softly pink.

Introduced in 2001, ‘Dejah Thoris’ was named after the Princess of Mars from the works of Edgar Rice Burroughs, an appropriately otherworldly name for a Begonia that looks like it belongs on another planet.

As the plant matures, its rhizomatous growth produces additional foliage and develops into a dramatic mound of shimmering leaves.

📦 What You’ll Receive

·One healthy, established Begonia ‘Dejah Thoris’

·Grown in a 4-inch nursery pot

·Well-rooted and actively growing

·Carefully inspected before shipping

Every plant is unique. Natural variations in silver, pink, rose, green, and burgundy coloration, dark markings, leaf texture, size, shape, and overall growth habit are expected and are part of what makes each Begonia ‘Dejah Thoris’ special.

💚 Plant Care Tips

·Provide bright, indirect or filtered light for healthy, compact growth.

·Allow the upper portion of the growing medium to dry slightly between waterings.

·Avoid keeping the soil constantly saturated.

·Use a loose, well-draining potting mix with plenty of aeration.

·Moderate to high humidity encourages healthy foliage.

·Pair higher humidity with good airflow.

·Avoid allowing water to remain on the leaves for extended periods.

·Protect from cold windows and drafts.

·Rotate the pot periodically to encourage balanced growth.

·Remove declining leaves as necessary to keep the plant tidy.

·Don’t be alarmed when new growth looks considerably pinker than mature foliage.

·Avoid intense direct afternoon sunlight.

✨ Perfect For

·Rex Begonia collectors

·Lovers of metallic and silver foliage

·Unusual houseplant collections

·Plant cabinets and greenhouse displays

·Shelves and tabletop displays

·Collectors of colorful foliage plants

·Gifts for Begonia enthusiasts

·Anyone building a collection of plants that look slightly extraterrestrial

🖤 Why Buy From Wyrd Plant Co.?

Every plant is personally selected, carefully grown, and thoroughly inspected before leaving our greenhouse. We package each order with care and attention so your plant arrives healthy, secure, and ready to thrive in its new home.

Thank you for supporting our small family business. We truly appreciate every order and hope your new plant becomes a favorite in your collection.