About Alocasia Dragon Scale
Alocasia Dragon Scale Introduction
Alocasia Dragon Scale is a visually dramatic aroid celebrated for its thick, deeply embossed, silvery-green leaves, whose raised, scale-like venation pattern gives the foliage an uncanny resemblance to the armored hide of a mythical dragon, a resemblance that has made it one of the most sought-after and photographed Alocasia species among houseplant collectors. The leaves are broad and heart-shaped, with a slightly puckered, almost quilted texture and a metallic, pewter-like sheen that shifts subtly under different lighting conditions, while the underlying leaf veins are typically outlined in a darker forest green, creating striking contrast against the paler, silvery blade. It grows as a compact, clumping rhizomatous plant, with leaves emerging directly from a central rhizome on upright petioles rather than trailing or climbing.
Native to the tropical rainforests of Borneo, particularly regions within Malaysian and Indonesian territory, Alocasia baginda grows in the deeply shaded, consistently humid understory of the forest floor, often in the company of leaf litter, decaying organic material, and limestone-influenced substrates found in parts of its native range. This origin in a low-light, extremely humid, and thermally stable tropical environment explains why Dragon Scale has developed a reputation among growers as a rewarding but genuinely demanding species, requiring considerably more attentive humidity and moisture management than many of the hardier, more common houseplants typically found in general cultivation.
Among its most notable features is the plant’s genuinely unique leaf texture, unlike almost any other commonly cultivated houseplant, with the raised, scaled venation creating a tactile, three-dimensional surface that photographs and displays beautifully under close inspection. Its relatively compact mature size compared to larger Alocasia species, combined with its striking, almost otherworldly foliage, has made Dragon Scale a centerpiece specimen for growers building dedicated humidity cabinets, terrariums, or greenhouse collections, and its relative rarity in general retail availability has also contributed to its considerable popularity and demand within the aroid-collecting community.
Alocasia Dragon Scale Care & Growing Guide
Successfully growing Alocasia Dragon Scale means recreating the consistently warm, deeply humid, and evenly shaded conditions of its native Bornean rainforest floor considerably more closely than most common houseplants require, making it a genuinely more advanced species best suited to collectors willing to invest in dedicated humidity support. High humidity, ideally 70 percent or above, is arguably the single most critical factor in keeping this plant’s textured, silvery foliage healthy and free of the crisping, browning, or curling that develops quickly in average household air, making a greenhouse cabinet, enclosed terrarium, or a very consistently humid bathroom a far better long-term home than an open living room shelf.
Light should be bright but distinctly indirect, replicating the dappled, filtered shade the plant receives beneath a dense forest canopy in the wild; direct sun, even filtered gently through a window, can scorch the plant’s delicate, textured leaf surface considerably more readily than it would affect tougher-leaved houseplants. Watering calls for a careful, moderate approach, keeping a chunky, well-draining aroid mix evenly moist without ever allowing it to become waterlogged, since the rhizome and root system of this species are highly sensitive to both prolonged drought stress and standing water, with rhizome rot representing one of the most common causes of decline in home cultivation.
Beyond humidity, light, and watering, Alocasia Dragon Scale benefits from stable warm temperatures, gentle and infrequent feeding, and a growing medium that remains consistently airy and well-aerated rather than dense or compacted. Because the species is genuinely more demanding than beginner-friendly Alocasia hybrids, most successful growers invest in some combination of a humidity dome, greenhouse cabinet, or dedicated grow tent setup, along with careful attention to watering consistency, in exchange for the reward of its uniquely textured, silvery-scaled foliage as the plant matures.
Soil
Alocasia Dragon Scale requires a loose, chunky, well-draining aroid mix that still retains a degree of moisture, typically combining standard potting soil or coco coir with generous amounts of perlite, orchid bark, and sphagnum moss, rather than a dense, standard houseplant potting soil that retains far too much moisture around the sensitive rhizome. A slightly acidic pH range of approximately 5.5 to 6.5 tends to suit the plant well, reflecting the naturally acidic, organically rich forest floor substrate found in parts of its native Bornean habitat. Good drainage combined with adequate aeration is absolutely critical to this species’ health, since its rhizome and root system are highly sensitive to prolonged wet conditions and prone to rapid, sometimes fatal rot if kept in a compacted or overly moisture-retentive mix for any extended period. Amendments such as extra perlite, orchid bark, horticultural charcoal, and long-fiber sphagnum moss can be blended into the base mix to fine-tune moisture retention and airflow, helping growers strike the delicate balance between adequate hydration and the excellent aeration this species demands. Soil composition has an outsized effect on this species’ overall health compared to many hardier houseplants, since even brief periods of compacted, poorly aerated substrate can trigger rhizome stress and rapid decline in a plant already sensitive to environmental fluctuation. Common soil-related problems include poor drainage, which is arguably the single greatest risk factor for rhizome rot in this species; compaction, which quickly suffocates the root and rhizome system as chunky aroid mixes break down over time and require refreshing; inappropriate pH, which can interfere with nutrient uptake in an already nutrient-sensitive species; salt build-up, often from mineral-heavy tap water or over-fertilizing, which can damage delicate root tips; nutrient deficiencies, which can show up as pale, smaller, or less texturally pronounced new leaves in old, depleted mix; and root boundness, which develops relatively quickly in this actively growing rhizomatous species and is best addressed through more frequent repotting than many other houseplants require.
Fertilizer
Alocasia Dragon Scale is a moderately fast grower during its active season and benefits from light, regular feeding to support vigorous new leaf production and help maintain its characteristic textured, silvery leaf color, with a balanced, water-soluble houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength, or a fertilizer formulated specifically for aroids or foliage plants, applied every three to four weeks from spring through summer generally supporting healthy growth without risking fertilizer burn. Feeding should be reduced significantly or paused entirely in autumn and winter, when growth slows considerably or the plant enters a period of partial dormancy. Fertilizer should be applied to already-moist soil rather than dry soil to reduce the risk of root and rhizome burn, and splashing fertilizer directly onto the textured foliage should be avoided. Signs of over-fertilization include browning, crispy leaf tips and margins along with a visible white salt crust on the soil surface, while under-fertilization typically presents as pale, small new leaves, slowed growth during the active growing season, and a general dulling of the plant’s normally rich, textured leaf color. Organic alternatives such as worm castings top-dressed onto the soil surface, or a diluted liquid seaweed or fish emulsion fertilizer applied monthly, offer a gentler, slower-release alternative to synthetic fertilizers and tend to carry a somewhat lower risk of the salt buildup issues this species is particularly sensitive to given its fine root and rhizome system.
Watering
Alocasia Dragon Scale prefers evenly moist, but never waterlogged, soil, watered thoroughly whenever the top inch of the chunky aroid mix begins to dry out, rather than being allowed to dry out completely between waterings, since this species’ rhizome and roots are notably sensitive to prolonged drought stress. Filtered, distilled, or rainwater is strongly preferred over hard tap water, since this species can be particularly sensitive to the chlorine, fluoride, and mineral salts commonly found in municipal water supplies, which often cause the brown, crispy leaf-tip and margin burn this genus is well known for developing. Signs of underwatering include leaves that droop dramatically, curl inward, or take on a thin, papery texture, along with soil that visibly pulls away from the edges of the pot, while overwatering more commonly presents as yellowing leaves, a soft or mushy rhizome, a foul smell from the soil, and sudden, unexplained leaf collapse indicating rhizome rot has set in. Watering needs shift somewhat with the seasons and growth stages, with the plant typically requiring more frequent watering during its active spring and summer growth period, when warmth and humidity support faster moisture uptake, and correspondingly less frequent watering during the cooler, slower-growing fall and winter months, when the plant may enter a period of partial dormancy and the mix should be allowed to dry slightly further between waterings to avoid rhizome stress.
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Lighting
Alocasia Dragon Scale thrives in bright, indirect light that closely mimics the dappled shade it receives beneath a dense rainforest canopy in the wild, with an east-facing window or a spot several feet back from a bright south or west window generally providing an appropriate balance of intensity without risking damage to its delicate, textured foliage. Insufficient light typically results in slower growth, smaller leaves, elongated petioles as the plant stretches toward available light, and a gradual dulling of the leaf’s characteristic silvery, scaled sheen, while excessive or direct sun exposure can cause bleaching, scorching, or crisping of the textured leaf surface considerably more readily than it would affect tougher, glossier-leaved houseplants. If natural light is insufficient, a full-spectrum grow light positioned above the plant for ten to twelve hours daily can provide reliable supplemental light, particularly useful for growers keeping this species in a greenhouse cabinet or terrarium setup; conversely, a plant showing signs of leaf scorch from excess sun should be moved further from the light source or given a sheer curtain to soften the intensity.
Temperature
Alocasia Dragon Scale thrives in consistently warm temperatures generally between 65 and 85°F (18 to 29°C), reflecting its equatorial Bornean rainforest origins, and performs poorly with any significant or prolonged temperature fluctuation, making stable, consistent warmth considerably more important for this species than for hardier houseplants. The plant is notably sensitive to cold, with temperatures dropping below about 60°F (15°C) risking dark, water-soaked patches on the leaves and potential dieback of the rhizome, so it should be kept well away from cold drafts, air conditioning vents, and drafty windows or doors, particularly in winter. At the warmer end of the spectrum, the species tolerates heat reasonably well, handling temperatures into the high 80s°F provided humidity and watering are kept adequate, since high temperatures paired with dry air can quickly accelerate moisture loss from its delicate, textured foliage; growers in hot, dry climates should pair any warm growing environment with correspondingly high humidity, and a stable, climate-controlled space such as a greenhouse cabinet often proves the most reliable way to protect this species from temperature and humidity swings.
Humidity
Alocasia Dragon Scale has notably high humidity requirements compared to many popular houseplants, generally needing 70 to 80 percent humidity or higher to maintain healthy, unblemished foliage, a demand directly tied to its native deep-rainforest floor habitat. Low humidity stress in this species shows up quickly and prominently as crisping, browning leaf edges, curled or stunted new growth, and a notable dulling of the leaf’s characteristic scaled, metallic sheen, making this one of the more humidity-sensitive Alocasia species widely grown in cultivation. To meet these demands, many growers keep Dragon Scale in a dedicated greenhouse cabinet, enclosed terrarium, or humidity tent, which offers the most reliable and consistent way to maintain the elevated humidity this species requires over the long term. A quality room humidifier placed near an open-air specimen can also provide meaningful support, particularly in drier climates or during winter heating season, while a pebble tray offers only a modest, localized humidity boost that is often insufficient on its own for this particularly demanding species; regular light misting can provide brief, temporary relief and should be done in the morning so leaves can dry before evening, but excessive humidity combined with poor air circulation can encourage fungal or bacterial leaf spot, so adequate airflow should always accompany any effort to raise ambient moisture.
Propagation
Alocasia Dragon Scale is most commonly propagated through rhizome division, since it grows from a clumping rhizome rather than a vining stem, and this method allows growers to create genetically identical new plants with relatively high reliability, considerably more so than seed propagation, which is slow, requires fresh viable seed rarely available to home growers, and is essentially impractical outside of specialized breeding efforts. To propagate by rhizome division: 1. Remove the parent plant from its pot and gently rinse or brush away excess soil to expose the rhizome and root system. 2. Identify a natural offset, or pup, or a section of rhizome that has its own roots and at least one growth point. 3. Using clean, sharp shears or a knife sterilized with rubbing alcohol, cut through the rhizome to separate the division from the parent plant. 4. Allow the cut surfaces on both the division and the parent rhizome to air dry and callus for a few hours in a shaded spot, which helps reduce the risk of rot. 5. Optionally dust the cut surfaces with cinnamon or a fungicidal powder to further help prevent rot. 6. Pot the division into a small container filled with a chunky, well-draining aroid mix, burying the rhizome section at the same depth it was growing previously. 7. Water lightly and place the new division in warm, bright, indirect light with elevated humidity, ideally 70 percent or higher, to reduce transplant stress. 8. Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy while the division establishes new roots, checking periodically for new leaf growth. 9. New leaf growth typically emerges within four to eight weeks as confirmation that the division has successfully rooted, sometimes longer in less than ideal humidity conditions. 10. Gradually resume a normal watering and feeding schedule once new growth is well underway. Spring through summer, during the plant’s active growing season, offers the fastest and most reliable establishment for new divisions, with rhizome division generally achieving success rates of 80 to 90 percent when divisions include healthy roots and at least one growth point, considerably higher than the unreliable and rarely attempted seed propagation method for this species.
Potting
Alocasia Dragon Scale does best in a relatively wide but not overly deep pot with excellent drainage, since its clumping rhizome and root system benefit from horizontal room more than depth; unglazed terracotta can help wick away excess moisture for growers prone to overwatering. Drainage holes are essential, along with a well-draining, chunky aroid mix, to prevent the waterlogged conditions that quickly lead to rhizome rot in this species. When repotting, choose a pot only slightly larger than the current root ball, generally one to two inches wider in diameter, to avoid excess soil volume that retains more moisture than the roots can readily use. Repotting is typically needed every one to two years, or when the plant has clearly outgrown its current container, since offsets forming around the base of the rhizome will eventually crowd the pot and benefit from division or a larger home. Signs that repotting is needed include roots visibly circling at the soil surface or emerging from drainage holes, water running through the pot unusually quickly without being properly absorbed, and a rhizome that appears crowded or is pushing itself up out of the soil. Light root pruning, trimming no more than 10 to 20 percent of the root mass, can be done at repotting time if the roots are densely circling, to encourage healthier new root growth into the fresh soil. When transitioning to a new pot, water the plant lightly immediately after repotting and keep it in a slightly shadier, more humid, sheltered spot for a week or two afterward to reduce transplant stress before returning it to its normal display location.
Pruning
Overview
Alocasia Dragon Scale requires relatively little pruning beyond routine maintenance, which is used primarily to remove spent, damaged, or yellowing leaves and to manage offsets as the clump matures.
Best Time to Prune
Light maintenance trimming of damaged or yellowing leaves can be done at any time of year, though any more significant pruning or division is best carried out during spring through summer, when the plant can recover and produce new growth most quickly.
Frequency and Purpose
Remove yellowing, damaged, or fully spent leaves as needed throughout the year to keep the plant tidy and to redirect energy toward healthy new growth. Older leaves naturally die back periodically as the plant produces new ones, which is a normal part of its growth cycle rather than a sign of poor health.
Tools and Preparation
Use clean, sharp scissors or small pruning shears sterilized with rubbing alcohol before use to prevent introducing pathogens to the plant’s sensitive rhizome.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Inspect the plant and identify any yellowing, browning, or fully collapsed leaves.
- Cut damaged or spent leaves at the base of the petiole, close to the rhizome, using sterile scissors.
- Avoid removing more than one or two leaves at a time from a single plant to prevent unnecessary stress.
- Wipe down remaining healthy leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust and keep the textured, scaled surface clean and better able to photosynthesize.
- Dispose of removed leaf material rather than composting it near other aroids if any disease was present.
Aftercare and Special Considerations
After removing leaves, keep humidity elevated and avoid fertilizing for a week or two to allow the plant to recover. Because Dragon Scale channels significant energy into each individual leaf, avoid excessive or unnecessary pruning, and focus instead on removing only leaves that are clearly damaged, diseased, or fully spent.
Blooming
Alocasia Dragon Scale flowers only rarely in home cultivation, since this species typically requires a mature, well-established rhizome along with near-ideal, consistently warm and humid greenhouse-like conditions before it will produce a bloom, making flowering an infrequent occurrence for most indoor growers. When flowering does occur, it is most commonly reported during the warmer months of spring and summer, coinciding with the plant’s most active growth period, though it is not tied to a strict or highly predictable seasonal schedule indoors. As with other aroids, the inflorescence is not a conventional flower but a specialized structure consisting of a pale green to cream-colored spathe wrapped around a slender central spadix bearing tiny true flowers, with the bloom typically lasting only a week or two before fading. Because the inflorescence itself is relatively unremarkable in appearance compared to the plant’s dramatic foliage, most growers value and cultivate Dragon Scale primarily for its leaves rather than for any expectation of regular flowering. Optimal conditions for encouraging a bloom, while rare and never guaranteed, generally include a mature, well-established rhizome, consistently high humidity, warm stable temperatures, and years of accumulated healthy growth.
Pests and Diseases
Pests
Common Issues
Spider mites, mealybugs, and aphids are the most commonly encountered pests on Alocasia Dragon Scale, with spider mites posing a particular risk in the drier air conditions this humidity-loving species is often kept in when its needs are not fully met.
Symptoms
Spider mites cause fine webbing on the undersides of leaves along with stippled, dull, or bronzed foliage, most common in warm, dry indoor conditions; mealybugs appear as white, cottony clusters at leaf joints and along the petioles, often accompanied by sticky honeydew residue; aphids present as small, soft-bodied insects clustering on new growth and the undersides of young leaves, often accompanied by sticky residue and curling new foliage.
Treatment
For spider mites, increase humidity, rinse the foliage under lukewarm water to dislodge mites, and treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil, repeating every five to seven days for several cycles. For mealybugs, dab visible clusters with a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol and follow up with an insecticidal soap spray, repeating as needed until the infestation clears. For aphids, rinse affected areas with a strong stream of water, then apply insecticidal soap or neem oil, repeating every five to seven days until the population is under control.
Diseases
Common Issues
Rhizome or root rot and bacterial or fungal leaf spot are the most significant disease concerns for Alocasia Dragon Scale, typically caused by overwatering, poor drainage, or overly humid, poorly ventilated conditions around the foliage.
Symptoms
Rhizome or root rot presents as yellowing leaves, a soft or mushy rhizome, a foul odor from the soil, and sudden leaf collapse. Bacterial leaf spot shows up as small, water-soaked spots on the leaves that enlarge and may develop yellow halos, often spreading in overly wet, poorly ventilated conditions, while fungal leaf spot appears as small, irregular brown spots, sometimes with a yellow halo, most common in overly humid conditions with poor air circulation.
Treatment
For rhizome or root rot, remove the plant from its pot, trim away all soft, dark, or foul-smelling rhizome and root tissue with sterile scissors, and repot into fresh, well-draining medium, reducing watering frequency going forward. For bacterial leaf spot, remove affected leaves, improve air circulation around the plant, avoid overhead watering that wets the foliage, and avoid handling the plant while its leaves are wet. For fungal leaf spot, remove affected leaves, improve air circulation, avoid wetting the foliage during watering, and apply a copper-based fungicide if the issue persists or spreads.
Special Features
Alocasia Dragon Scale’s most celebrated special feature is its genuinely unique, deeply embossed leaf texture, with raised, scale-like venation across a silvery, pewter-toned blade that creates an almost armored, dragon-hide appearance found in few if any other commonly cultivated houseplants, making it an instantly recognizable and highly photographed centerpiece specimen among serious aroid collectors. The subtle, shifting metallic sheen of the foliage catches ambient light in striking ways throughout the day, while the plant’s relatively compact, clumping growth habit compared to larger Alocasia relatives makes it well suited to display in humidity cabinets, terrariums, or dedicated grow tents rather than requiring the large floor footprint of some of its bigger cousins. Its comparative rarity in general retail availability has also contributed significantly to its desirability and status within the houseplant-collecting community, with well-grown specimens often considered prized centerpieces of a dedicated aroid collection.
Plant Benefits
Alocasia baginda has no established culinary or pharmaceutical use in modern practice, and given its toxicity from calcium oxalate crystals, it is not suitable for any home remedy or edible application. Its primary benefits to the home grower are aesthetic and psychological, as with many houseplants, caring for a visually striking, texturally unique plant like Dragon Scale is associated with general wellbeing benefits documented in environmental psychology research, including stress reduction and an enhanced sense of connection to nature in indoor spaces, alongside the modest air-purifying qualities broadly associated with houseplants in the Araceae family.
Additional Information
Alocasia Dragon Scale is sometimes confused in the trade with the closely related Alocasia baginda ‘Silver Dragon’ cultivar, which shares a similar embossed texture but tends to display a slightly more silvery, less green-veined leaf coloration; a variegated form, showing patches of cream or white alongside the metallic base color, is also in circulation among collectors and commands a considerable price premium due to its slower growth rate and lower propagation success. Buyers seeking the true species are advised to purchase from reputable specialty aroid nurseries given ongoing naming confusion in the general houseplant trade.
Life Cycle
Alocasia baginda grows from a central rhizome, from which broad, textured, scale-patterned leaves emerge one at a time on upright petioles, with older leaves gradually dying back as new ones unfurl. Over time, the rhizome may produce offsets, or pups, at its base, allowing the plant to slowly form a small clump that can eventually be divided into separate specimens. Growth is most active during the warm, humid months of spring and summer, while the plant may slow considerably or enter a period of partial dormancy during cooler, lower-light months, sometimes shedding a portion of its foliage before resuming growth. Under good care, a mature specimen may occasionally flower and, if pollinated, produce seed, though this stage of the life cycle is uncommon in indoor cultivation. With consistent warmth, high humidity, and appropriate repotting, individual specimens can remain healthy and continue producing new, increasingly textured leaves and offsets for many years.
Are Alocasia Dragon Scale Poisonous, Toxic
Alocasia Dragon Scale, like all members of the genus Alocasia, is toxic to cats, dogs, and children due to the presence of insoluble calcium oxalate crystals distributed throughout the plant, with all parts considered toxic, though the leaves and stems represent the primary risk given how frequently they are chewed or handled. When bitten into or ingested, these microscopic, needle-like crystals cause immediate and often intense mechanical irritation to the mouth, tongue, and throat in cats, dogs, and children alike, commonly resulting in significant drooling, pawing at the mouth in animals, burning oral discomfort, difficulty or reluctance to swallow, and vomiting; in more significant ingestions, swelling of the mouth and throat can occasionally cause discomfort breathing. Contact with the plant’s sap, particularly from a cut or damaged leaf, can also cause localized skin irritation, redness, or itching in sensitive individuals even without ingestion. Severity is generally considered mild to moderate in most cases, since the intense, immediate oral discomfort caused by the crystals often naturally limits how much plant material is actually swallowed, though any pronounced swelling affecting the airway should be treated as a more urgent, emergency-level concern. First aid steps for ingestion include gently rinsing the mouth with water or offering a small amount of milk to help soothe irritation and dilute residual crystals, providing a cold, soothing liquid or food if swallowing is tolerated, and closely monitoring for any signs of significant swelling or breathing difficulty, which warrant immediate emergency veterinary or medical attention; for skin contact, washing the affected area thoroughly with soap and water helps relieve irritation. A veterinarian should be contacted for any symptomatic pet, and a poison control center or physician consulted for a symptomatic child. Preventive measures include keeping the plant well out of reach of curious pets and young children, placing it in a stable location where leaves cannot be easily pulled or chewed, and promptly cleaning up and disposing of any dropped or trimmed leaf material.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alocasia Dragon Scale toxic to cats and dogs?
Yes, like other Alocasia species, it is toxic to cats and dogs due to calcium oxalate crystals and can cause oral irritation, drooling, and vomiting if ingested.
How much humidity does Alocasia Dragon Scale need?
It generally needs 70 to 80 percent humidity or higher, making it best suited to a greenhouse cabinet, terrarium, or very consistently humid room.
Why does Alocasia Dragon Scale have textured, scaly leaves?
The raised, scale-like venation is a natural feature of the species Alocasia baginda, giving the foliage its distinctive, dragon-hide-like appearance.
Is Alocasia Dragon Scale easy to care for?
No, it is considered an advanced-level houseplant due to its high humidity requirements and sensitivity to inconsistent watering or drainage.
Why is my Alocasia Dragon Scale drooping?
Drooping most commonly results from underwatering or low humidity, though it can also indicate root or rhizome rot from overwatering, so check soil moisture and rhizome firmness.
How do I propagate Alocasia Dragon Scale?
Divide an offset or rhizome section that has its own roots and at least one growth point, pot it into a chunky aroid mix, and keep it warm, humid, and evenly moist until new growth appears.
How much light does Alocasia Dragon Scale need?
Bright, indirect light is ideal, supporting rich leaf texture and steady growth, while direct sun should be avoided to prevent scorching the delicate foliage.
Does Alocasia Dragon Scale go dormant?
It can enter a period of partial dormancy in cooler, lower-light months, during which growth slows and some older leaves may die back, which is generally normal.
Why are the leaves on my Alocasia Dragon Scale turning yellow?
Yellowing leaves most commonly indicate overwatering and early rhizome rot, though occasional lower leaf yellowing as older leaves die back can also be normal.
How big does Alocasia Dragon Scale get?
It stays relatively compact compared to larger Alocasia species, making it well suited to terrariums, cabinets, and smaller display spaces.
Can I grow Alocasia Dragon Scale in my indoor space
Difficulty: Advanced
Size: Small
Light: Medium
Water: Medium
Flowering: Yes
Pet Safe: No
Air Purifier: Medium
Alocasia baginda botanical details
Common Name: Alocasia Dragon Scale
Other Common Names: Dragon Scale Alocasia, Silver Dragon, Alocasia Baginda
Botanical Name: Alocasia baginda
Native Area: Borneo, particularly Malaysian and Indonesian tropical rainforests
Family Name: Araceae
Plant Type: Rhizomatous evergreen perennial
Genus: Alocasia
Kingdom: Plantae
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