alocasia baginda
'dragon scale'

Care level

Medium

The Dragon Scale features darker, fully green upper leaf surfaces compared to the typical Alocasia baginda. Its distinctive veining pattern resembles scales, with raised vein networks creating texture on the thick, leathery leaves.

Care & maintenance

Light

Bright indirect light

Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.

Temperature

Warm (64.4°F - 86°F)

Fertilization frequency

Moderate

Monthly during the growing period.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 60 and 85% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Tropical plant mix: A rich, moisture-retentive blend with good aeration. Mimics the natural forest floor environment of tropical regions.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

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Pot

Wide/Shallow

Wide/Shallow

Prefer a pot that is wider than it is deep.

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Features

Size & growth

Medium

Upright

Moderate growth

This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.

It grows upwards without support.

Toxicity

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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Flowering & not self-pollinating

The alocasia dragon scale can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.

Propagation methods

Origin & references

Created from plant selection.
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