Not a true begonia, this charming plant has rounded, silver-veined leaves and sends out red 'strawberry' runners dangling baby plantlets — a delightful trailing feature for terrariums.
Light
Bright, indirect light keeps the silver veining bright and encourages runners.
Water & humidity
Keep evenly moist; it likes consistent moisture but not sogginess.
In the terrarium
Suits closed and airy terrariums alike. Position it near the top or an edge so its runners can dangle and produce plantlets down the glass.
Common problems
- Brown leaf edges = too dry.
- Few or no runners = needs brighter light.
Frequently asked questions
Is Strawberry Begonia a real begonia?
No — it's Saxifraga stolonifera, unrelated to true begonias, but it earns the name from its strawberry-like runners.
Does Strawberry Begonia trail?
Yes — it sends out long red runners with baby plantlets, which look lovely cascading inside a terrarium.
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