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6 care guides

Rex Begonia ‘Black Mamba’

Begonia rex cultivar

Moist roots. Dry leaves. Dark drama.

Light: Bright, filtered light. Shield the foliage from strong direct sun.
Water: Keep the mix lightly moist during growth, with good drainage. In slower winter growth, let the surface dry before watering. Keep water off the leaves and crown.

Full care instructions

Potting mix: Use a well-draining houseplant mix in a pot with drainage holes. Empty collected water after watering.
Temperature & humidity: Keep above 55°F (13°C). Provide humid air with ventilation; avoid misting the foliage.
Feeding: During active spring and summer growth, use a nitrogen-rich fertilizer at the label’s rate and frequency.
Propagation: Use leaf cuttings or divide a healthy rhizome with growing points. A single detached petiole is not the same as a prepared leaf cutting.
Watch for: Crisp edges may signal dry air; yellowing or rotting leaves can have several causes. Check moisture, light and airflow before changing the routine.

Care references: RHS: indoor begonias

Philodendron Golden Crocodile

Philodendron cultivar

Bright light, without the scorch.

Light: Bright, indirect light. Protect the leaves from intense direct sun.
Water: Keep the root zone lightly moist, with free drainage. Check the mix before watering and avoid keeping it saturated.

Full care instructions

Potting mix: Choose a well-draining mix rich in organic matter and a pot with drainage holes. Repot when roots crowd the container, preferably in spring.
Temperature & humidity: Aim for 65–85°F (18–29°C), away from cold drafts. Higher humidity suits philodendrons, although many adapt to normal indoor humidity.
Routine care: Remove damaged foliage and inspect leaf undersides. Adjust watering as growth and light change; a fixed weekly schedule can overwater the plant.
Propagation: Philodendrons can be propagated by stem cuttings or layering. Choose a healthy stem with a node; a leaf alone cannot replace a stem node.
Watch for: Persistent wetness can lead to root rot. Check for mealybugs, scale, thrips and spider mites. Keep foliage dry and allow airflow.

Uses general Philodendron guidance for this named cultivar.

Care references: NC State Extension: Philodendron

Philodendron Birkin

Also known as White Wave

Keep those pinstripes in the light.

Light: Medium to bright indirect light, or suitable indoor grow lighting.
Water: Let the top several inches of mix dry before watering again. Avoid letting the entire root ball become completely dry, and never leave it sitting in water.

Full care instructions

Potting mix: Use a freely draining houseplant mix and a container with drainage holes.
Temperature & humidity: Keep in a warm indoor spot away from cold drafts. Average to above-average humidity suits Birkin; use a humidifier if the room is very dry.
Feeding: Feed during spring and summer if needed, using a houseplant fertilizer according to its label. Excess fertilizer can damage roots.
Routine care: Remove old or damaged leaves. Birkin is self-heading and does not need a climbing pole.
Watch for: Overwatering is a common problem. Some leaves may develop red patches or turn reddish-green; this can occur naturally in Birkin.

Care references: Costa Farms: Birkin Philodendron

Rex Begonia

Begonia rex types

Colorful foliage. Careful watering.

Light: Bright, indirect light. Protect from strong direct sunlight.
Water: Keep the well-drained mix moist without soaking it. Avoid overwatering and do not mist the leaves.

Full care instructions

Potting mix: Use a well-draining mix containing organic matter, in a pot with drainage holes. Avoid leaving collected water around the roots.
Temperature & humidity: Provide a warm indoor environment with higher humidity and good air circulation. Keep away from cold drafts.
Routine care: Remove dead leaves and check the plant regularly. Better ventilation helps reduce fungal problems.
Propagation: Rex begonias can be multiplied by leaf cuttings or rhizome division. Use healthy plant material and clean tools.
Watch for: Mealybugs, powdery mildew and grey mould. Roots may rot when the mix stays wet. Inspect the plant rather than assuming every yellow leaf needs more water.

Care references: NC State Extension: Rex begonias · RHS: Begonia rex propagation

Alocasia Jacklyn

Alocasia tandurusa

Warmth and humidity, please.

Light: Bright, indirect light. Strong sun may scorch the leaves.
Water: During active growth, water when the top 2 inches (5 cm) of mix have dried. Let excess drain away. Reduce watering substantially if the plant becomes dormant.

Full care instructions

Potting mix: Use a freely draining houseplant mix. Repot crowded roots in spring into a pot only about 2 inches (5 cm) wider.
Temperature & humidity: Keep above 60°F (16°C) while growing, away from cold drafts. Medium to high humidity suits alocasias; a humidifier can help.
Feeding: Use liquid fertilizer during active growth at the label’s dose and frequency. Pause when growth stops.
Propagation: Separate rooted offsets in spring, or divide a healthy rhizome. An isolated leaf is not an offset.
Watch for: Dry air can brown leaf edges and favor spider mites. Dormancy may cause leaf loss; overwatering a resting plant risks root rot. Wear gloves when handling irritating sap.

Care references: RHS: growing alocasias · RHS: Jacklyn identity

Manjula Pothos

Epipremnum aureum ‘Manjula’

Let the roots breathe between drinks.

Light: Bright, indirect light helps maintain variegation. Pothos tolerates lower light, but leaf pattern and growth may suffer.
Water: Let the well-drained mix dry between waterings, then water thoroughly and drain. Check the soil rather than watering by the calendar.

Full care instructions

Potting mix: Use a well-draining houseplant mix in a pot with drainage holes. Avoid standing water.
Humidity & leaf care: Increase humidity with a humidifier if the air is very dry. Wipe accumulated dust from leaves with a soft cloth.
Feeding: Feed about every other month while growing, following the fertilizer label. Skip feeding during winter dormancy.
Propagation: Take a vine cutting that includes a node and root it in water. Prune long vines to encourage a fuller plant, or offer a climbing support.
Watch for: Overwatering may cause root rot or dark leaf margins. Check for mealybugs and scale. Lower light can reduce variegation.

Uses Epipremnum aureum guidance for the Manjula cultivar.

Care references: NC State Extension: pothos

These guides describe indoor care for the listed plant types. Young cuttings, recently repotted plants and different growing conditions may need adjustments. The links within each guide lead to horticultural references.

These begonias, philodendrons, alocasias and pothos are ornamental plants; keep them away from pets and children who may chew them. Sap can irritate skin.

Care references reviewed October 7, 2026.

Plant care

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Rex Begonia ‘Black Mamba’

Philodendron Golden Crocodile

Philodendron Birkin

Rex Begonia

Alocasia Jacklyn

Manjula Pothos