This plant is a Saxifraga stolonifera, most commonly known by its popular nickname, the Strawberry Begonia. Despite its common name, it is not actually a true begonia or geranium; it belongs to the Saxifrage family and is native to Eastern Asia. [1, 2]
It is widely loved as an indoor houseplant due to its unique growth habit. It produces long, thread-like red runners (stolons) with tiny baby plantlets dangling from the ends—much like how outdoor strawberry plants reproduce. [1]
Quick Care Guide
- ☀️ Light: Thrives in bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid putting it in harsh, direct midday sun, which can burn its fuzzy leaves.
- 💧 Water: Keep the soil moderately moist but well-drained. Water it when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch, and avoid letting the pot sit in standing water to prevent root rot. [1]
- 🌱 Propagation: Very easy to multiply! You can simply tuck the tiny baby plantlets hanging from the runners directly into a new pot of moist soil, and they will quickly grow their own roots.
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