Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top centimeter of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid letting the plant sit in standing water, as this can lead to root rot.

Reduce watering slightly during winter months when growth slows.

Prune Begonia brachypoda to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems. Pinch back the tips of new growth to promote branching.

Pruning can be done at any time, but is best after flowering or in early spring.

Begonia brachypoda can be propagated from stem cuttings. Take 5-10 cm cuttings from healthy stems, remove lower leaves, and dip the cut end in rooting hormone. Plant the cuttings in moist, well-draining potting mix.

Keep them in a warm, humid environment until roots form.

Repot your Begonia brachypoda every 1-2 years or when it outgrows its current container. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.

Repot in spring before new growth begins. Water thoroughly after repotting.