SPECIMEN NO. #48
⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS
Family: Begoniaceae
Begonia rex-cultorum
Common Name: Rex Begonia
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats?
YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:
Oral irritation, intense burning and swelling of mouth and tongue, excessive drooling, vomiting.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Medium to Bright
Minimum Light Requirement
1000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
3500 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope
16°C – 26°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
60% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
4930983
Native Biogeographical Range