Begonia rex 'Etna' is a rex hybrid created by Antoon Hoefnagels from The Netherlands, known for its vibrant colors. This cultivar features small leaves that are adorned with black hues and striking red markings. It exhibits a compact growth habit, common among rex hybrids. The leaf colors of 'Etna' tend to fluctuate throughout the seasons, with a tendency to dull during the sweltering heat of summer. However, as the weather cools, they regain their vibrancy once more.
Genus name was established in mid 18th century: modern Latin, named in honour of the French administrator and amateur botanist Michel Bégon (1638–1710) by the botanist Charles Plumier (1646–1704), who discovered the plant on the island of Santo Domingo.
Begonia rex 'Etna'
Begonia rex 'Etna' comes in following sizes:
M - is approx. 25 cm tall and comes in a ⌀ 12 cm pot.
