{"product_id":"begonia-black-magic","title":"Begonia ‘Black Magic'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;_h1:first-of-type]:mt-8 [\u0026amp;_h2:first-of-type]:mt-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\" data-renderer=\"lm\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: #3b82f680; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; color: var(--tw-prose-body); max-width: 65ch; --tw-prose-body: var(--tw-prose-invert-body); --tw-prose-headings: var(--tw-prose-invert-headings); --tw-prose-lead: var(--tw-prose-invert-lead); --tw-prose-links: var(--tw-prose-invert-links); --tw-prose-bold: var(--tw-prose-invert-bold); --tw-prose-counters: var(--tw-prose-invert-counters); --tw-prose-bullets: var(--tw-prose-invert-bullets); --tw-prose-hr: var(--tw-prose-invert-hr); --tw-prose-quotes: var(--tw-prose-invert-quotes); --tw-prose-quote-borders: var(--tw-prose-invert-quote-borders); --tw-prose-captions: var(--tw-prose-invert-captions); --tw-prose-kbd: var(--tw-prose-invert-kbd); --tw-prose-kbd-shadows: var(--tw-prose-invert-kbd-shadows); --tw-prose-code: var(--tw-prose-invert-code); --tw-prose-pre-code: var(--tw-prose-invert-pre-code); --tw-prose-pre-bg: var(--tw-prose-invert-pre-bg); --tw-prose-th-borders: var(--tw-prose-invert-th-borders); --tw-prose-td-borders: var(--tw-prose-invert-td-borders); --tw-prose-invert-body: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-headings: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-lead: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-links: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-bold: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-counters: var(--fg-secondary); --tw-prose-invert-bullets: var(--fg-secondary); --tw-prose-invert-hr: var(--border-medium); --tw-prose-invert-quotes: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-quote-borders: var(--border-medium); --tw-prose-invert-captions: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-kbd: #fff; --tw-prose-invert-kbd-shadows: 255 255 255; --tw-prose-invert-code: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-pre-code: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-pre-bg: oklch(var(--offset-color)); --tw-prose-invert-th-borders: var(--border-medium); --tw-prose-invert-td-borders: var(--border-medium); font-size: 1rem; line-height: 1.625; display: inline; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word; --font-thin: 430; --font-extralight: 430; --font-light: 430; --font-normal: 430; --font-semimedium: 530; --font-medium: 530; --font-semibold: 530; --font-bold: 630; --font-extrabold: 630; --font-black: 630; font-weight: var(--font-normal); font-variation-settings: 'opsz' 12, 'slnt' var(--font-slnt); font-family: var(--pplx-answer), var(--pplx-serif), ui-serif, Georgia, Cambria, var(--pplx-cjk-serif), serif; letter-spacing: var(--font-serif-answer-letter-spacing); border: 0px solid var(--border-medium);\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eBegonia ‘Black Magic’ forms upright, cane-like stems with large, wing-shaped leaves that are so dark they often read as nearly black, especially in lower light. The foliage is dotted with subtle raised spots and silver speckling, while the undersides flush red, giving the plant a two-tone, high-contrast look when viewed from different angles. Over time, it grows into a medium-sized, bushy plant that works beautifully as a statement piece on shelves, plant stands, or in a bright window where its color and texture can really be appreciated.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/bwhplantco.com\/products\/4-begonia-angel-wing-black-magic\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"open\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;_h1:first-of-type]:mt-8 [\u0026amp;_h2:first-of-type]:mt-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\" data-renderer=\"lm\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: #3b82f680; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; color: var(--tw-prose-body); max-width: 65ch; --tw-prose-body: var(--tw-prose-invert-body); --tw-prose-headings: var(--tw-prose-invert-headings); --tw-prose-lead: var(--tw-prose-invert-lead); --tw-prose-links: var(--tw-prose-invert-links); --tw-prose-bold: var(--tw-prose-invert-bold); --tw-prose-counters: var(--tw-prose-invert-counters); --tw-prose-bullets: var(--tw-prose-invert-bullets); --tw-prose-hr: var(--tw-prose-invert-hr); --tw-prose-quotes: var(--tw-prose-invert-quotes); --tw-prose-quote-borders: var(--tw-prose-invert-quote-borders); --tw-prose-captions: var(--tw-prose-invert-captions); --tw-prose-kbd: var(--tw-prose-invert-kbd); --tw-prose-kbd-shadows: var(--tw-prose-invert-kbd-shadows); --tw-prose-code: var(--tw-prose-invert-code); --tw-prose-pre-code: var(--tw-prose-invert-pre-code); --tw-prose-pre-bg: var(--tw-prose-invert-pre-bg); --tw-prose-th-borders: var(--tw-prose-invert-th-borders); --tw-prose-td-borders: var(--tw-prose-invert-td-borders); --tw-prose-invert-body: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-headings: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-lead: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-links: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-bold: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-counters: var(--fg-secondary); --tw-prose-invert-bullets: var(--fg-secondary); --tw-prose-invert-hr: var(--border-medium); --tw-prose-invert-quotes: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-quote-borders: var(--border-medium); --tw-prose-invert-captions: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-kbd: #fff; --tw-prose-invert-kbd-shadows: 255 255 255; --tw-prose-invert-code: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-pre-code: var(--static-fg-light); --tw-prose-invert-pre-bg: oklch(var(--offset-color)); --tw-prose-invert-th-borders: var(--border-medium); --tw-prose-invert-td-borders: var(--border-medium); font-size: 1rem; line-height: 1.625; display: inline; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word; --font-thin: 430; --font-extralight: 430; --font-light: 430; --font-normal: 430; --font-semimedium: 530; --font-medium: 530; --font-semibold: 530; --font-bold: 630; --font-extrabold: 630; --font-black: 630; font-weight: var(--font-normal); font-variation-settings: 'opsz' 12, 'slnt' var(--font-slnt); font-family: var(--pplx-answer), var(--pplx-serif), ui-serif, Georgia, Cambria, var(--pplx-cjk-serif), serif; letter-spacing: var(--font-serif-answer-letter-spacing); border: 0px solid var(--border-medium);\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"light\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003ePrefers bright, \u003cstrong\u003eindirect\u003c\/strong\u003e to medium light; avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch and fade the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eA north or east window, or a spot near a filtered south\/west window, is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eToo little light can lead to dull color and leggy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"water\"\u003eWater\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eKeep the soil evenly lightly moist, allowing the top ½–1 inch of soil to dry before watering again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eWater thoroughly and let excess drain; do not allow the pot to sit in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eBegonias are sensitive to overwatering—soggy soil can quickly lead to root rot—so err slightly on the drier side rather than constantly wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"humidity--temperature\"\u003eHumidity \u0026amp; temperature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThrives in moderate to high humidity; plant cabinets, humidity trays, or placement near a humidifier are great options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eTypical indoor temperatures of about 65–75°F work well; avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 60°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eGood airflow (without direct drafts) helps prevent fungal issues on leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"soil--fertilizer\"\u003eSoil \u0026amp; fertilizer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eUse a light, well-draining mix—something like a fine houseplant or African violet mix with added perlite for aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eFeed with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer; reduce feeding in fall and winter when growth slows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"growth--maintenance\"\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eNaturally forms a compact clump; older leaves can be removed as they age to keep the plant looking tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eRotate the pot occasionally so the plant grows evenly and shows off foliage from all sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eAvoid wetting the leaves heavily when watering—water the soil directly to minimize spotting or disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"pet--child-safety\"\u003ePet \u0026amp; child safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eLike many ornamental begonias, ‘Black Magic is generally considered not pet-safe and may cause irritation if ingested; best kept out of reach of pets and small children who may chew on foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Plantsmith","offers":[{"title":"4\"","offer_id":50275658531173,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0852\/4775\/4597\/files\/IMG_65112.jpg?v=1783125446","url":"https:\/\/accidentalplantshop.store\/products\/begonia-black-magic","provider":"The Accidental Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}