With its deep green foliage dotted with perfectly drawn white spots and its burgundy red reverse , the Begonia Maculata — also called Begonia Polka Dot — is one of the most artistic and photographed plants in the plant world.
This compact version (approximately 20 cm) , in a 12 cm diameter pot , instantly adds a graphic , modern , and sophisticated touch to your interior. ✨🌱

🌸 Depending on your needs:

Begonia Maculata is a plant:

• Decorative and very trendy , ideal for modernizing a corner of your interior

• Easy to maintain , perfect for motivated beginners

• compact , suitable for small spaces

• prized for its unique “white polka dot” foliage

• ideal for creating an effortless "botanical boutique" effect

This is the favorite plant of decor and designer plant enthusiasts. 💚

🐾 Toxicity to animals:

Like most begonias, Begonia Maculata is toxic if ingested (dogs, cats).
→ Place it up high if you have curious pets. 🐾

☀️ Depending on your light:

Begonia Maculata likes:

• bright indirect light

• the luminous half-shade

• a gentle location, without direct sunlight

Absolutely avoid:

• direct sunlight (risk of burns + loss of color)

• rooms that are too dark (leaves that are fading)

Perfect for: a bright office , a modern living room , a cozy bedroom , or a shelf near a sheer window . 🌿

🏡 Depending on your space:

Its graphic and compact silhouette makes it ideal for:

• a designer shelf or bookcase

• a side table

• an elegant office

• a reading corner

• a bright bathroom (he loves humidity)

Wherever it's placed, it becomes the centerpiece of the decor . ✨

🌿 General maintenance:

• Gently wipe the leaves to maintain their shine

• Avoid dry air or radiators.

• Keep a gentle humidity level around it (he loves it!)

• Rotate it every two weeks for balanced growth

🌱 Nutrition & substrate:

Ideal substrate:

• light, rich, well-drained potting soil

• Adding perlite/coconut fiber is recommended.

Fertilizer:
→ 1x every 2–3 weeks in spring/summer
→ break in winter

🪴 Repotting:

• Every 12 to 18 months

• In the spring for a better recovery

• Recommended new pot size: Ø14 cm

• Handle gently: the stems are delicate.

💧 Watering & humidity:

• Keep the soil slightly moist

• Never soaked

• Allow the surface to dry out by 2–3 cm between waterings.

• Prefers ambient humidity (mist around, never on the leaves)

Avoid: cold water + drafts

🌟 Special features:

• Type : decorative tropical plant

• Format : compact (≈ 20 cm)

• Light : luminous semi-shade

• Watering : moderate

• Maintenance : easy

• Style : graphic, artistic, modern

• Origin : South America

• Key feature : iconic speckled leaves + red reverse

💫 Symbolism & style:

Begonia Maculata symbolizes:

• creativity

• expressiveness

• the singularity

• artistic beauty

It brings a refined , modern , and inspiring energy, perfect for the Douceur Maison universe. ✨

🌿 In summary:

• Begonia Maculata – Ø12 cm – ↕20 cm

• Decorative & trendy plant

• Gentle light , moderate watering

• Perfect for small spaces

• Iconic foliage in the style of white polka dots

• Ideal for beginners + modern atmosphere

• Carefully packaged shipment 💚