Indoor, bright, indirect light; no direct sun
Begonia Red Jive
A rex begonia, 20 to 30 cm, with ruby and burgundy leaves edged in darker red. It likes bright, indirect light and no direct sun, so a spot near an east window works well.
AED 61each, 20-30 cm
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Height:
Quantity
- Begonia Red Jive, 20-30 cm × 1
- AED 61
- Total
- AED 61
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- Light
- Bright, indirect light; no direct sun
- Water
- Every 5–7 days in summer, when the top 2 cm of soil is dry; less in winter
- Pets
- Toxic to pets
- Size
- 20–30 cm
- Where
- Indoor
Why people love it
- Shimmering ruby and burgundy leaves edged in darker red add color.
- A rich splash of red for a bright shelf.
- Leaf texture glints in soft window light.
Worth knowing
- Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, so place it out of reach.
- Dry air crisps the leaf edges.
- It sulks in low light and loses its sheen.
About this plant
Begonia rex 'Red Jive' is a collector's rex begonia with broad, rounded leaves in deep ruby, rose and burgundy tones. The color shimmers as the light moves, and darker margins and fine veins add depth. Like other rex begonias, it is grown for foliage and develops from a short rhizome at soil level.
It is an indoor plant in Dubai. It does well at normal room temperatures and needs bright light for the red tones to stay intense, but direct sun through a window will scorch it. Dry air from air conditioning is the main challenge, causing crispy edges, so keep it away from vents and raise humidity with a pebble tray. Overwatering is the usual cause of failure, so let the top of the soil dry first.
Use it on a coffee table, sideboard, desk or bright bathroom counter, or group it with green plants to make the red stand out. We offer it as a tabletop plant of about 20 to 30 cm.
- Sizes
- 20 cm
- Light
- Bright, indirect light; no direct sun
- Water
- Every 5–7 days in summer, when the top 2 cm of soil is dry; less in winter
- AC
- Keep it 1 metre from vents
- Pets
- Listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground parts; can cause vomiting and salivation in cats and dogs).
Why Green Beetle, Not a Nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Repotting | Needed straight away | Fresh soil, not needed |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Every plant is checked at our shop in Warsan 3 before it is dispatched. Questions about Begonia Red Jive? Message us on WhatsApp.
Care Guide for Dubai Homes
How to keep Begonia Red Jive healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Bright, indirect light; no direct sun. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 5–7 days in summer, when the top 2 cm of soil is dry; less in winter. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: light, free-draining potting mix with perlite. Feeding: half-strength liquid feed every 4 weeks from spring to autumn. Common mistake: misting or splashing the leaves, which encourages powdery mildew on rex begonias. Where it works: coffee tables, sideboards and bright bathroom counters.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (soluble calcium oxalates, most concentrated in the underground parts; can cause vomiting and salivation in cats and dogs).
Need Help Later On?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
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Begonia Red Jive FAQs
Will Begonia Red Jive keep its red color indoors?
Yes, if it gets bright, indirect light. In dim spots the color fades and growth gets leggy.
How often should I water it?
About every 5–7 days in summer when the top 2 cm of soil is dry.
Is it toxic to pets?
Yes. The ASPCA lists begonias as toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
Should I mist it?
No. Rex begonias are prone to mildew on wet leaves; use a pebble tray for humidity instead.
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