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Alocasia Silver Dragon 14cm H30cm

Alocasia Silver Dragon 14cm H30cm

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Compact jewel Alocasia with metallic silver blades and deep venation; thrives in steady warmth and humidity.

  • Full Botanical Name: Alocasia baginda ‘Silver Dragon’
  • Common Names: Silver Dragon Alocasia
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: Borneo (cultivar)
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Humid, shaded tropical forest conditions with airy, organic soils

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Bright, filtered
  • Ideal Room: Humid bathroom/terrarium
  • Feeding: Light, frequent feeding in season
  • Humidity: 60–80%
  • Ideal Temperature: 20–28°C (68–82°F)
  • Watering: Keep evenly moist; never waterlogged
  • Pet/Child Safe: Toxic to cats & dogs—insoluble calcium oxalates (oral pain/drooling/vomiting). Humans: sap may irritate; gloves recommended. Reptiles/Amphibians: avoid contact. ASPCA/RHS.
  • Soil Type: Chunky aroid substrate
  • Propagation: Division of offsets
  • Eventual Height and Spread: 30–45 cm; 25–40 cm
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Pests and Treatment: Mites/mealybugs—treat promptly
  • Repotting: Annually or when crowded
  • Pruning: Remove oldest leaves at base
  • Air Purification: Light benefit
  • Folklore: “Dragon scales” for luck
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