Origin
The Begonia maculata 'Black Forest' is an ornamental plant originally from the tropical and sub-tropical regions of South America. This plant is also known as Spotted Begonia and is a member of the Begoniaceae family, which includes more than 1500 different varieties. Its natural habitat is the rainforests, where it thrives in warm and damp climates.

Characteristics
The Begonia maculata 'Black Forest' is a unique species and is characterized by its dark green leaves with distinct white spots. These spots create a contrast with the dark leaves, making it an extremely decorative plant. The plant grows in height and can reach up to a meter tall under optimal conditions. The Begonia maculata 'Black Forest' blooms with small white flowers that appear during the flowering period.

Care
The care of the Begonia maculata 'Black Forest' requires a specific approach. The plant thrives best in indirect sunlight as direct sunlight can harm the leaves. Furthermore, this species of Begonia loves high humidity levels and has a moderate water requirement, making it important to keep the soil evenly moist. The plant is best kept at room temperature and is not resistant to low temperatures.