{"product_id":"alocasia-silver-dragon-o12cm-↕25cm","title":"Alocasia baginda 'Silver Dragon' - Ø12cm - ↕25cm","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eAlocasia baginda 'Silver Dragon'\u003c\/b\u003e is a true gem among houseplants, often sought after for its unique texture and colour. Your plant, standing at a compact 25cm tall in its 12cm pot, is an elegant and highly desirable variety that certainly lives up to its mythical name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 \u003cb\u003eFoliage, Form, and Appearance\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThis specific \u003ci\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/i\u003e is an \u003cb\u003eevergreen\u003c\/b\u003e plant, cherished entirely for its extraordinarily distinct \u003cb\u003efoliage\u003c\/b\u003e. The leaves are the showstopper: they are heart-shaped and thick, possessing a rich green colour overlaid with a mesmerizing, pale \u003cb\u003esilvery hue\u003c\/b\u003e and a subtle shine. What makes it truly special is the deeply etched, raised pattern of the dark veins, which gives the leaves a remarkable texture, aptly described as being \u003cb\u003ereminiscent of dragon scales\u003c\/b\u003e. This gives the plant a mystical and unique look that stands out in any collection. It maintains a neat, compact size, making it a wonderful feature for both small and larger spaces. This plant does \u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e have any \u003cb\u003espines\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📏 \u003cb\u003eSize and Growth\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eAt 25cm, your 'Silver Dragon' is a perfect size for a table or shelf display. This cultivar typically remains smaller than many other \u003ci\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/i\u003e varieties, rarely exceeding 40-50cm in height indoors, reinforcing its suitability for more confined spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌸 \u003cb\u003eFlowering and Fragrance\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eAs with other members of the \u003ci\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/i\u003e family, the 'Silver Dragon' is cultivated for its spectacular leaves, not its flowers. It is \u003cb\u003every rare\u003c\/b\u003e for it to flower indoors. If a bloom does appear, it will be a typical aroid structure—a subtle, pale green or cream-coloured \u003cb\u003espathe\u003c\/b\u003e surrounding a central spike (\u003cb\u003espadix\u003c\/b\u003e). These blooms are inconspicuous and \u003cb\u003enot notably fragrant\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💧 \u003cb\u003eCare and Environment\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eCaring for the 'Silver Dragon' involves balancing its tropical needs for light, moisture, and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e It prefers a \u003cb\u003ebright location with indirect sunlight\u003c\/b\u003e, but it is adaptable and can also \u003cb\u003ethrive in partially shaded areas\u003c\/b\u003e. It is crucial to \u003cb\u003eavoid direct sunlight\u003c\/b\u003e, especially the harsh midday rays, as this will quickly burn its beautiful leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e Like its relatives, it requires regular \u003cb\u003ewatering\u003c\/b\u003e, but the absolute key is to prevent the soil from becoming saturated or too wet, which leads to root rot. You should allow the \u003cb\u003etop layer of the soil to dry out slightly\u003c\/b\u003e between watering sessions, ensuring the plant is never sitting in standing water. It benefits greatly from high humidity to keep the unique foliage from drying out at the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003ci\u003eAlocasia baginda ‘Silver Dragon’\u003c\/i\u003e, like all \u003ci\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/i\u003e varieties, is \u003cb\u003etoxic\u003c\/b\u003e if ingested. It contains calcium oxalate crystals which can cause painful irritation to the mouth and digestive system. It should be kept out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55834088374604,"sku":"43967","price":27.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9266\/1068\/files\/thumbnail_2000_7bfcd8e4-dd4b-4e9f-86d4-fa765609cba0.jpg?v=1762164108","url":"https:\/\/viridimania.com\/products\/alocasia-silver-dragon-o12cm-%e2%86%9525cm","provider":"Viridimania","version":"1.0","type":"link"}