A plant highly prized for the appearance of its foliage. Its large leaves have a unique texture. Hence its name, Dragon Scale, which translates to dragon skin. The Dragon Scale variety has a shimmering emerald color in the light. In optimal growing conditions, it can even offer you a leaf per week. A plant that prefers to be cramped in its pot.
Caution! Risk of toxicity if swallowed. Alocasia sap contains oxalic acid - risk of irritation if it comes into contact with skin or eyes.
- Family: Araceae.
- Origin: Southeast Asia.
- Watering:
- Spring - summer: Keep the soil moist, without soaking it.
- Fall - Winter: Allow the soil to dry on the surface between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: High.
- Type of soil: Rich and very draining.
- Brightness: Moderate.
- Orientation: West, East or 1 m from a South window.
- Growth: Average.
- Temperature: Hot.
- Avoid cold drafts.
Pot diameter: 10 cm
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
