SPECIMEN NO. #47 ⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS Family: Begoniaceae

Begonia maculata

Common Name: Polka Dot Begonia

Toxic to Dogs? YES (Toxic)

Toxic to Cats? YES (Toxic)

Clinical Symptoms:

Oral irritation, intense burning of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, kidney failure in severe cases (soluble calcium oxalates).

Light Level Profile Bright Indirect

Minimum Light Requirement 1500 Lux

Maximum Light Tolerance 4000 Lux

Watering Frequency Every 5 Days

Temperature Envelope 16°C – 28°C

Ideal Ambient Humidity 65% RH

GBIF Usage Key 7303475

Native Biogeographical Range Argentina Northeast; BR; Brazil Southeast; Cuba; Dominican Republic; INTRODUCED;...