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Alocasia Silver Dragon 14cm H30cm

Alocasia Silver Dragon 14cm H30cm

£27.00 GBP
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Alocasia ‘Silver Dragon’ is a jewel Alocasia admired for its thick, shield-shaped leaves with a metallic silver surface and dark, pronounced veining. Compact and sculptural, it offers dramatic texture while remaining manageable in size.

  • Full Botanical Name: Alocasia baginda ‘Silver Dragon’
  • Common Names: Silver Dragon Alocasia
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: Borneo
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Shaded tropical forest floors with high humidity and warm temperatures

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun.
  • Ideal Room: Plant rooms, cabinets, warm living spaces
  • Feeding: Light feeding every 4–6 weeks during growth
  • Humidity: High (65–85%)
  • Ideal Temperature: 20–27°C
  • Watering: Keep soil lightly moist; allow top layer to dry slightly
  • Pet/Child Safe: Toxic (genus level)
  • Soil Type: Chunky, well-draining aroid mix
  • Propagation: Rhizome division
  • Eventual Height and Spread: 30–45 cm
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Pests and Treatment: Spider mites, thrips
  • Repotting: Every 1–2 years
  • Pruning: Remove damaged leaves only
  • Air Purification: Moderate
  • Folklore: Silver-toned foliage symbolises clarity and protection
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