Alocasia Baginda Care

The Alocasia dragon scale plant and its other family members are native to rain forests. Thus they need frequent watering. However, over and under watering both are unsuitable for the plant. In summer, a water frequency of two to three times is suitable. However, in winter reduce the frequency to once a week.

The Alocasia dragon scale dwells great by adding a ‘slow release fertilizer’. Water based fertilizers are also good options. In growing season, you can even use a mild organic fertilizer twice a month. Experts recommend avoiding low grade fertilizers as the cheap salts of low grade fertilizers accumulate in the soil. Higher quantity and frequency of fertilizer many burn your plant. The plant does not need fertilizer in winters when it is in dormant stage.

The Alocasia baginda dragon scale needs bright filtered sun exposure. However, they are resistant to partial shade.

The Alocasia dragon scale, just like its other family members prefer moist and well drained soil. A chunky ‘standard Jungle mix’ or ‘Aroid mix’ is suitable. Sandy and rocky soil is not suitable for this plant.

The baginda dwells great between 55 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. However, the thick leaved jewel alocasias are not frost hardy. It is always better to transfer the outdoor plant to a warm area before the arrival of fierce frosty winters.

The potting mix needs to be high drainage. So, make sure that there is a drainage hole at the bottom of your plant.

The Alocasia plants are on no.4 in toxicity. The Ingestion may result in ulceration and swelling in throat and esophagus. Thus, always keep babies and pets away from the highly toxic plant

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