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ornamentalFamily: AraceaeGenus: Alocasia
Cultivar
Alocasia Dragon Scale
Alocasia
Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale' is highly prized for its thick, leathery leaves that feature a unique, dimpled surface and striking contrast between the silvery-green blade and dark, recessed veins. This tropical aroid maintains a compact, upright habit, making it an excellent choice for tabletops or collections in bright, indirect light. As a slow-growing specimen, it brings refined texture and a distinctive architectural presence to interior spaces.
Alocasia Dragon Scale is a stunning tropical foliage plant known for its deeply textured, metallic-green leaves with darker veining. It makes a sophisticated addition to indoor environments with its compact, clumping growth habit.
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Begin with a starter plant and establish it in a larger pot using quality potting soil with beneficials and fertilizer.
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Plant Profile
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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
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Sun
Bright, indirect sunlight; avoid harsh, direct midday sun which can scorch the leaves.
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Water
Keep the soil evenly moist but never waterlogged; ensure the pot has excellent drainage.
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Mature size
1.5-2.5 feet tall and wide.
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Hardiness
10-12; primarily grown as an indoor houseplant.
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Growth habit
Clumping perennial with an upright to spreading rosette form.
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Plant type
tropical foliage plant
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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Growing note
Maintain consistent humidity and avoid cold drafts, as this species is sensitive to temperature fluctuations. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again to prevent root rot.
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Climate note
Prefers warm temperatures between 65°F and 80°F; protect from temperatures below 60°F.
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Flower / fruit
Rarely flowers indoors; when it does, it produces a typical aroid spadix and spathe. Primarily grown for its exceptional foliage.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Bright, indirect sunlight; avoid harsh, direct midday sun which can scorch the leaves.
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Growth rate
Slow to moderate.
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Fertilizer
Use a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer during the active growing season; reduce feeding significantly during winter.
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Pruning
Remove older, yellowing leaves at the base with clean shears to direct energy toward new growth.
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Care notes
Maintain consistent humidity and avoid cold drafts, as this species is sensitive to temperature fluctuations. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again to prevent root rot.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
1.5-2.5 feet tall and wide.
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Growth habit
Clumping perennial with an upright to spreading rosette form.
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Spacing
2-3 feet apart in group plantings or as individual specimen containers.
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Rarely flowers indoors; when it does, it produces a typical aroid spadix and spathe. Primarily grown for its exceptional foliage.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
10-12; primarily grown as an indoor houseplant.
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Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures between 65°F and 80°F; protect from temperatures below 60°F.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Keep the soil evenly moist but never waterlogged; ensure the pot has excellent drainage.
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Soil
Well-draining, airy aroid mix containing bark, perlite, and high-quality peat or coco coir.
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Soil pH
5.5-6.5
More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Thrives in containers; ensure drainage holes are present and use a pot size only slightly larger than the root system.
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Family
Araceae
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Foliage Look
Dark green recessed veins on a silvery, textured, metallic-green leaf blade.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are stiff, leathery, and dimpled; do not over-saturate colors beyond natural forest green and silver-green tones.
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Fruit Flower Look
Small, greenish-white aroid spathe and spadix on a single upright stalk.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are infrequent and should not be a primary feature in marketing imagery.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain the upright, clumping rosette structure; avoid representing as a climbing or trailing plant.
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Mature Plant Look
Compact, upright, architectural clump of uniquely textured, thick leaves.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Leaves become thick, heart-shaped, and deeply textured with a metallic sheen and highly visible dark green venation.
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Morphology Rules
Focus on the dramatic contrast between the vein color and the leaf blade surface.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does an Alocasia Dragon Scale need? It thrives in bright, indirect light. Is this plant pet-friendly? No, Alocasia are toxic to pets if ingested. How often should I water my Alocasia? Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
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Root Look
Healthy, firm, white-to-tan roots.
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Soil Look
Loose, dark, well-draining organic potting mix with visible perlite or bark chips.
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Starter Stage
Young plants typically exhibit 2-4 small, slightly thinner leaves with the characteristic veining pattern beginning to emerge.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Leaves are more ovate and may have a lighter, less pronounced texture compared to mature specimens.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Alocasia Dragon Scale. This is Alocasia Dragon Scale, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this striking variety become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future tropical indoor garden you want to create. The defining feature is the thick, leathery foliage, which develops a unique dimpled texture and intricate dark veining as the plant matures. To establish your starter, carefully move the plug into a four-inch pot with well-draining mix, then transition to a larger permanent container once the roots are established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
Alocasia Dragon Scale is a sophisticated tropical foliage plant prized for its leathery, textured leaves and dark venation. It is a perfect addition to indoor tropical environments that offer bright, indirect light.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing Alocasia Dragon Scale: Care and Features
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