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ornamentalFamily: AraceaeGenus: AlocasiaSpecies: dragon
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Alocasia Dragon Scale
Alocasia dragon
This stunning tropical plant features distinctively textured foliage that resembles scales, with a silvery-green base and dark, contrasting veins. It thrives as a centerpiece in indoor collections, preferring warm, humid conditions and consistent care. Its compact growth habit and dramatic leaf pattern make it an excellent choice for enthusiasts looking for a bold, structural plant.
Alocasia 'Dragon Scale' is a sought-after tropical foliage plant prized for its thick, embossed leaves with deep green veins.
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Plant Profile
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Sun
Bright, indirect light; avoid direct midday sun which can scorch the leaves.
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Water
Keep the soil evenly moist but well-drained. Reduce watering slightly during winter months when growth slows.
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Mature size
Approximately 1.5 to 2.5 feet tall and wide.
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Hardiness
10-12 (typically grown indoors in most regions)
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Growth habit
Clumping perennial with an upright, rosette-like habit.
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Plant type
Tropical foliage plant
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Growing note
Provide high humidity and avoid cold drafts to maintain leaf health. Allow the top inch of soil to dry before watering, but do not allow the plant to sit in waterlogged soil.
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Climate note
Prefers warm temperatures between 65°F and 80°F. Avoid exposure to temperatures below 60°F.
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Flower / fruit
Grown primarily for its foliage. Flowering is infrequent indoors and does not typically contribute to ornamental value.
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 light; avoid direct midday sun which can scorch the leaves.
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Growth rate
Moderate.
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Fertilizer
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half-strength during the active growing season, roughly once every 4 to 6 weeks.
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Pruning
Remove yellowing or damaged leaves at the base of the petiole to maintain plant vigor and appearance.
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Care notes
Provide high humidity and avoid cold drafts to maintain leaf health. Allow the top inch of soil to dry before watering, but do not allow the plant to sit in waterlogged soil.
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
Approximately 1.5 to 2.5 feet tall and wide.
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Growth habit
Clumping perennial with an upright, rosette-like habit.
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Spacing
18 to 24 inches for larger displays.
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
Grown primarily for its foliage. Flowering is infrequent indoors and does not typically contribute to ornamental value.
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 (typically grown indoors in most regions)
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Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures between 65°F and 80°F. Avoid exposure to 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 well-drained. Reduce watering slightly during winter months when growth slows.
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Soil
Well-draining, airy potting mix, such as one containing perlite, orchid bark, and peat moss or coco coir.
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Soil pH
5.5-6.5
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Container Growing
Thrives in containers that provide excellent drainage. Choose a pot with adequate drainage holes to prevent root rot.
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Family
Araceae
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Foliage Look
Textured, leathery leaves with silver-green color and dark, embossed vein patterns.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are peltate, ovate, and heart-shaped. Focus on the distinct contrast between the light green blade and dark green, raised veins.
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Fruit Flower Look
Simple spadix-and-spathe structure, if present, is non-showy and green or cream-colored.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowering is rare; do not depict flowers in starter-stage visuals.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain a clumping, non-trailing, non-climbing growth habit; do not depict as a vine.
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Mature Plant Look
A lush, compact, and highly textured tropical specimen with broad, heart-shaped, veined leaves.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Large, thick, heart-shaped leaves with prominent, deeply indented venation; foliage becomes more robust and textured as it matures.
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Morphology Rules
Prioritize accurate leaf texture and veining. Ensure the petioles appear upright and sturdy.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does an Alocasia 'Dragon Scale' need? It prefers bright, indirect light; direct sunlight can damage its delicate leaves. Is this plant safe for pets? Like many Alocasia species, it contains calcium oxalate crystals and can be toxic if ingested. Why are my leaves yellowing? This is often a sign of overwatering or poor drainage; ensure the soil stays moist but not soggy.
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Root Look
Firm, white, healthy roots within a moist but well-draining plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, rich, and aerated potting medium with visible particles like perlite or bark.
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Starter Stage
Small, young plant with limited leaf count, often showing emerging characteristic veining patterns.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Compact rosette of leaves, typically 2-4 leaves, with petioles arising from a central corm.
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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 Alocasia Dragon Scale become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future growing space you want to create. These plants are beloved for their thick, heart-shaped leaves that display a striking, embossed vein pattern in deep, dark green. Establish your starter plant by moving the plug into a four-inch pot with well-draining soil, then move it to a final container as it grows. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
The Alocasia 'Dragon Scale' is a prized tropical foliage plant known for its deeply textured, vein-patterned leaves. This video covers essential care tips for maintaining its striking appearance in an indoor collection.
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Youtube Video Title
Alocasia 'Dragon Scale': Growing and Care Guide
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