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Alocasia Dragon Scale 12cm H25cm

Alocasia Dragon Scale 12cm H25cm
£22.00 GBP
£22.00 GBP
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Meet Alocasia ‘Dragon Scale’—the prehistoric silver shield. Her thick, textured leaves are patterned with dark veins and raised panels that look almost reptilian. Compact but full of drama, she brings a sculptural collector look to warm bright rooms.

  • The Formal Name: Alocasia baginda ‘Dragon Scale’
  • The Nickname: Dragon Scale Alocasia
  • Roots: A cultivated selection associated with Alocasia baginda from Borneo.
  • Natural Vibe: Warm humid forest understories with filtered light and chunky organic matter around the roots.

Care Guide
  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: She prefers bright indirect light; avoid harsh midday sun, which can scorch the leaves.
  • Best Room: A warm living room, bright bedroom or plant cabinet with steady filtered light.
  • Snacks: Feed lightly every 3–4 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced houseplant fertiliser.
  • Tropical Feels: She appreciates higher humidity and will look her best away from very dry radiators.
  • Cosy Factor: Keep her warm at 18–27°C and protect her from cold draughts.
  • Thirst: Water when the top few centimetres of mix feel dry, then let excess drain fully.
  • Safety First: Toxic – Alocasia contains irritating calcium oxalate crystals, so keep away from pets and small hands.
  • The Bedding: Use a chunky, free-draining aroid mix with bark, perlite and a moisture-retentive base.
  • Family Tree: Propagate by dividing offsets or corms when the plant is actively growing.
  • Space Needs: Give the leaves room to unfurl without rubbing against walls or shelves.
  • Speed: A seasonal grower that can pause in winter before pushing fresh leaves again in warmth.
  • Uninvited Guests: Watch for spider mites, thrips and mealybugs, especially on the backs of leaves.
  • Moving Day: Repot when roots fill the nursery pot, ideally in spring or early summer.
  • Haircut: Trim yellowing or damaged leaves close to the base with clean scissors.
  • Fresh Air: A sculptural foliage plant that brings a lush collector feel to bright indoor spaces.
  • Plant Lore: The raised, shield-like leaf texture is the reason she is loved as the “Dragon Scale” Alocasia.

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