Alocasia Dragon Scale

Alocasia ‘Dragon Scale’ is a rare and highly sought-after jewel alocasia. Its dramatic, deep-green leaves are textured like dragon scales, with a metallic sheen that gives it a magical, almost mythical quality. Compact yet striking, it makes the perfect centrepiece for a plant lover’s collection.

Plant Care 

Light: Bright indirect light is best. Not a very low-light-tolerant plant.

Watering: This plant likes to have consistently moist soil, think moist, and not soaking wet. Alocasia arent keen on tap water so rain or fliter water is best.

Temperature: 18-25°C is ideal. These plants do not like sudden chills and prefer it warm and humid. 

Potting: A well-draining and moisture-retaining mix fit this plant well. Try our Airy Aroid mix with a bit of added vermiculite to help retain moisture. I think Alocasias grow well in Leca and take some of the fuss out of growing this sometimes tricky plant. 

Hot tips: These plants can be zombies (i.e. they return from the dead). In winter, they sometimes go dormant but don't throw that pot out yet! Your alocasia will likely grow anew come spring and warmer weather. 

Pet Friendly: Mildly toxic to pets and humans