[Rhizomatous] Begonia arachnoidea
Native range: Guangxi region of China
Known names: Spiderweb Begonia
Hardiness: Best kept above 50°F
Mature Size: ~12" Tall x ~12" Wide
Light: Bright direct morning sun, dappled light,  Frosted window
Water: Let soil dry out very lightly before watering
Soil: Standard potting soil with added pumice or perlite
Dormancy Period: Winter
Pet-Safe: No
Plant Size: 4"
 
Begonia arachnoidea is a species of rhizomatous Begonia known for its striking, dark green to nearly black leaves (but quite variable depending on genetics) with a silvery web-like pattern resembling a spider’s web. Leaves are a-symmetrical tear drop shaped.