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Alocasia Dragon Scale 12cm H25cm

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Pot Size 12cm H25cm

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Alocasia ‘Dragon Scale’ is a stunning jewel Alocasia prized for its thick, textured leaves resembling dragon hide. With deep emerald green colouring, pronounced veining, and a metallic sheen, this compact yet dramatic species is highly sought after by collectors and makes a bold statement in any indoor plant display.

Full Botanical Name: Alocasia baginda ‘Dragon Scale’
Common Names: Dragon Scale Alocasia, Jewel Alocasia
Country and/or Region of Origin: Native to Borneo
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Grows on the rainforest floor in warm, humid, shaded environments with rich, well-draining soil

Care Guide

Care Guide:

Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh direct sunlight which can scorch the foliage

Ideal Room: Humid rooms such as kitchens, bathrooms, or plant rooms with controlled environments

Feeding: Use diluted balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer

Humidity: High humidity (60–80%) required; misting, pebble trays, or humidifiers recommended

Ideal Temperature: 20–27°C; protect from cold below 16°C and avoid drafts

Watering: Keep soil lightly moist but never soggy; allow top 2–3 cm to dry before watering again

Pet/Child Safe: Toxic (genus level) — contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause intense mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting, and swelling if ingested by pets or humans

Soil Type: Chunky, well-aerated aroid mix containing bark, perlite, and peat or coco coir

Propagation: Division of the rhizome during repotting; ensure each section has active growth nodes

Eventual Height and Spread: 40–60 cm tall; 30–50 cm wide

Growth Rate: Moderate; faster in warm, humid conditions

Pests and Treatment: Susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, and thrips; treat with neem oil or systemic insecticide

Repotting: Every 1–2 years in fresh, chunky substrate

Pruning: Remove yellowing leaves to redirect energy to new growth

Air Purification: Moderate; helps filter indoor air but not a primary air-purifying species

Folklore: Often associated with protection and strength due to its armour-like leaves resembling mythical dragon scales

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