Alocasia baginda 'Silver dragon' Medium
A shimmering silver treasure for your indoor jungle
Alocasia baginda ‘Silver Dragon’ Medium | Pot size 12 cm | Height 25 cm | Fast EU shipping | Grown with love in the EU
Summary: With its dramatic, scale-like leaves in shimmering silver and deep green veins, this compact Alocasia adds a mythical touch to German apartments and European homes. A true statement piece for plant lovers seeking rare foliage beauty.
✨ Why You'll Love the Alocasia baginda ‘Silver Dragon’
- Exotic silver foliage with a unique dragon-scale texture.
- Medium size (P12, H25 cm) – perfect for desks, shelves, or side tables.
- Low footprint but high visual impact in modern interiors.
- Highly collectible and loved by rare plant enthusiasts across Europe.
🌞 Light & Placement
Thrives in bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun, which may scorch the delicate leaves. Ideal for east- or north-facing rooms in German and European homes.
💧 Water & Humidity
Keep soil lightly moist, allowing the top 2 cm to dry between waterings. Loves higher humidity (60–70%). Place near a humidifier or group with other tropical plants for best results.
🪴 Soil & Potting
Plant in a loose, well-draining aroid mix with perlite, orchid bark, and coco coir. Repot every 1–2 years to give roots more space and refresh nutrients.
🐾 Toxicity & Safety
Not pet-safe. Like other Alocasias, the ‘Silver Dragon’ contains calcium oxalate crystals that are toxic if ingested by cats, dogs, or children.
🌱 Growth & Propagation
This Alocasia stays compact, making it perfect for smaller EU flats. New leaves unfurl with a striking silvery sheen. Propagation is possible by carefully dividing offsets at the rhizome during repotting.
📆 Seasonal & Special Care
Growth may slow in winter; reduce watering and stop fertilising until spring. During the active growing season, feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertiliser.
🐛 Common Issues
May attract spider mites or mealybugs if air is too dry. Yellow leaves often signal overwatering, while crispy edges point to low humidity.
🧬 Botanical Background
Alocasia baginda, native to Borneo, is renowned for its thick, textured leaves. The ‘Silver Dragon’ cultivar is among the most sought-after for its rare metallic colouring, making it a jewel in any European plant collection.
🛒 Ready to transform your home into a jungle paradise?
Add Alocasia baginda ‘Silver Dragon’ Medium (P12, H25 cm) to your cart and enjoy fast, secure shipping across Germany and the EU!
Description
A shimmering silver treasure for your indoor jungle
Alocasia baginda ‘Silver Dragon’ Medium | Pot size 12 cm | Height 25 cm | Fast EU shipping | Grown with love in the EU
Summary: With its dramatic, scale-like leaves in shimmering silver and deep green veins, this compact Alocasia adds a mythical touch to German apartments and European homes. A true statement piece for plant lovers seeking rare foliage beauty.
✨ Why You'll Love the Alocasia baginda ‘Silver Dragon’
- Exotic silver foliage with a unique dragon-scale texture.
- Medium size (P12, H25 cm) – perfect for desks, shelves, or side tables.
- Low footprint but high visual impact in modern interiors.
- Highly collectible and loved by rare plant enthusiasts across Europe.
🌞 Light & Placement
Thrives in bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun, which may scorch the delicate leaves. Ideal for east- or north-facing rooms in German and European homes.
💧 Water & Humidity
Keep soil lightly moist, allowing the top 2 cm to dry between waterings. Loves higher humidity (60–70%). Place near a humidifier or group with other tropical plants for best results.
🪴 Soil & Potting
Plant in a loose, well-draining aroid mix with perlite, orchid bark, and coco coir. Repot every 1–2 years to give roots more space and refresh nutrients.
🐾 Toxicity & Safety
Not pet-safe. Like other Alocasias, the ‘Silver Dragon’ contains calcium oxalate crystals that are toxic if ingested by cats, dogs, or children.
🌱 Growth & Propagation
This Alocasia stays compact, making it perfect for smaller EU flats. New leaves unfurl with a striking silvery sheen. Propagation is possible by carefully dividing offsets at the rhizome during repotting.
📆 Seasonal & Special Care
Growth may slow in winter; reduce watering and stop fertilising until spring. During the active growing season, feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertiliser.
🐛 Common Issues
May attract spider mites or mealybugs if air is too dry. Yellow leaves often signal overwatering, while crispy edges point to low humidity.
🧬 Botanical Background
Alocasia baginda, native to Borneo, is renowned for its thick, textured leaves. The ‘Silver Dragon’ cultivar is among the most sought-after for its rare metallic colouring, making it a jewel in any European plant collection.
🛒 Ready to transform your home into a jungle paradise?
Add Alocasia baginda ‘Silver Dragon’ Medium (P12, H25 cm) to your cart and enjoy fast, secure shipping across Germany and the EU!
