Common Name: aff. Menduminae
Origin: "Country: Ecuador
Region: Western Andean slopes"

Rarity Level: Rare / Collector’s Specimen
Grower's Note: When a plant is labeled “aff.”, it means “affinis” — botanists use it to indicate that the plant is closely related to Begonia mendumiae but not identical to the true species. In other words, it resembles B. mendumiae but differs enough that it may represent a local variant, an undescribed species, or a horticultural form.

Care Requirements:
Humidity: 85% - 100% | Obligate terrarium plant. Will wilt or crisp
quickly in ambient room humidity. "
Light: Bright, indirect or filtered light.
Temperature 20-26C
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy, allowing the top 2-3 inches to dry between waterings.
Substrate: "We recommend Begonia Ladies Premium Begonia Substrate - it's what we grow our own plants in! Thrives in a consistently moist mix with
ingredients such as akadama and pumice to hold and slowly release moisture, preventing a soggy bottom."

Key Features:
Foliage: Deeply textured leaves — often quilted or bullate
Growth Habit: compact
Size: 15-20cm
Colour"Dark green to nearly black foliage, depending on light and humidity.
Red or burgundy undersides, a trait shared with many species in this complex."
Flowers: white
 Shipping & Handling: * Pot Size: 2""/5cm Starter Pot (Established plant)
 * Acclimation Period: Do not repot for at least 3 weeks. Keep in a high-humidity prop box or sealed terrarium immediately upon unboxing."
 Personal Note from the Grower: Grown from seed.