Alocasia Silver Dragon
Botanical Name: Alocasia Silver Dragon
Common Name(s): Silver Dragon Alocasia
The Alocasia Silver Dragon is a stunning houseplant known for its unique foliage. Native to Southeast Asia, it boasts large, arrowhead-shaped leaves with striking silver and green patterns. The leaves have prominent veins and a metallic sheen, adding to its allure. While it can grow quite large in its natural habitat, it typically remains compact indoors, making it suitable for various spaces.
To keep your Silver Dragon thriving, provide bright, indirect light and avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Maintain moderate humidity levels, as dry air can cause leaf edges to brown. This plant thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 65-85°F (18-29°C).
Note: All parts of the Alocasia Silver Dragon plant are toxic if ingested. Keep it away from pets and children.
Care Insights & Expert Tips
- Wipe leaves regularly: The stunning silver leaves of this plant are prone to dust, so regularly wipe them with a damp cloth.
- Ideal growth for small spaces: This Alocasia tends to be more compact and slow-growing, making it an ideal for smaller spaces
- Repot every 1-2 years: This prefers to be slightly root-bound, so only repot every 1-2 years, or when you notice the roots outgrowing the pot
- Toxic if ingested: Like other Alocasias, the Alocasia Silver Dragon is toxic to pets and humans if ingested.
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