{"product_id":"alocasia-dragon-scale","title":"Alocasia Dragon Scale 12cm H25cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale'—the collector Alocasia with thick, embossed, dragon-armour leaves. Small but dramatic, this plant makes deeply quilted silvery-green leaves with almost black sunken veins and a tough, leathery surface. Young leaves can emerge lighter before their characteristic scale pattern develops.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Formal Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale'\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Nickname:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon Scale Alocasia\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoots:\u003c\/strong\u003e A cultivated form of Alocasia baginda, an aroid originating from Borneo rather than a variegated form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Vibe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm limestone-forest understory where dappled light and a breathable, lightly moist root zone support compact growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c!--split--\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light, avoiding the strong midday rays that mark the textured leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Room:\u003c\/strong\u003e A warm, bright plant shelf or sheltered terrarium-style display with adequate airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnacks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quarter- to half-strength balanced feed every 4–6 weeks during active growth, not during winter pauses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTropical Feels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers moderate to high humidity, often 60% or more, but stagnant wet foliage is unhelpful.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosy Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aim for 19–27°C and protect from chills below roughly 16°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThirst:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the top 2–3cm of the mix start to dry, then water through and drain. Avoid complete drought and constant saturation, both of which can damage the fine roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alocasia contains irritating calcium oxalates and must not be eaten by pets or children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bedding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small-chunk aroid mix: peat-free compost with bark, perlite and a little moisture-retentive fibre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily Tree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separate established corms or offsets when they have their own roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, upright rosette; leave breathing room around individual leaves and avoid rubbing their embossed surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate in summer; a winter slowdown or occasional loss of an older leaf is normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUninvited Guests:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch closely for spider mites on undersides and mealybugs at the leaf bases; isolate early and remove manually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoving Day:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot once the roots fill the nursery pot, choosing only one size larger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHaircut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove a fully yellow leaf at its stalk base but leave healthy older leaves to support the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Air:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle ventilation helps in humid setups; do not place in the path of cold airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Lore:\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Dragon Scale' is prized for deep relief on the leaf surface rather than for flowers, which are uncommon indoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Emm's Plant House","offers":[{"title":"12cm H25cm","offer_id":59395834020104,"sku":"KAL0000079","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/1339\/9560\/files\/IMG_5059_481ccf37-0766-4e5c-9634-a43028315a53.jpg?v=1794064286","url":"https:\/\/www.emmsplanthouse.co.uk\/products\/alocasia-dragon-scale","provider":"Emm's Plant House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}