Trailing Watermelon Begonia (Pellionia Radicans) is a perennial herb in the Urticaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 11-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Pellionia radicans is a trailing perennial plant admired for its decorative foliage and ease of care.

Trailing Watermelon Begonia

Trailing Watermelon Begonia

Pellionia Radicans

Pellionia radicans is a trailing perennial plant admired for its decorative foliage and ease of care.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
11-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, foliage interest

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Trailing Watermelon Begonia

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Urticaceae
Genus:Pellionia