How to Care for Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale' (Dragon Scale Alocasia)

Korean name: 알로카시아 드래곤스케일

This foliage plant is named for its unique silvery scale-like leaves. It is medium-sized and suitable for indoor cultivation, with impressive leaf texture. It is relatively easy to care for, making it approachable for beginners.

Key facts

• Category: Foliage plant
• Family: Araceae
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Indonesia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.
• Traits: foliage plant, medium difficulty, indoor, leaf pattern, toxic
• Also known as: Alocasia baginda, Dragon Scale Alocasia, Alocasia Dragon Scale

Care Guide

• Light: Place in bright indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the topsoil feels dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Prefers high humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale'?

Water thoroughly when the topsoil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale'?

It likes Place in bright indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining soil..

Is Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale' safe around pets?

Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.

Is Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale' good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Prefers high humidity.. Fertilise Apply balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..