Alocasia Baginda (cuprea) Dragon Scale is an exceptionally decorative plant. The leaves of Alocasia Dragon Scale truly resemble large scales with their ribbed texture and the contrast between the silvery green backing and the deep dark green markings at the front is quite something.
Needs moderate humidity of 60 to 80% to survive. The beautiful Alocasia Baginda plant has the watering needs of a typical houseplant. Since it is a tropical species, it enjoys being watered. However, frequent or inadequate watering can lead to several problems, such as yellow leaves and wilting. Please allow the Alocasia Baginda plant’s soil to slightly dry up before you water it. You can always check the Baginda plant’s top 1 to 2 inches before you water it.
An Aroid mix or a Jungle mix amended with slow-release, organic fertilizer is ideal for these plants. You can also add peat moss or compost to the potting mix. Soils that look too heavy can be amended with some sand or perlite.
Grow in well-drained, moderately fertile soil in a sheltered, sunny site. Protect in winter in cold areas.
The Alocasia Baginda plants can be pruned. There can be quite a few reasons for you to prune your beloved Dragon Scale plant. The foremost reason is the distorted or abnormal appearance of the Baginda plant’s leaves due to fungal infections and diseases. It is best to cut the affected foliage to minimize the spread of infection.
Provide good air circulation, with temperatures between 65 (18 °C) to 75 F (23 °C) and nighttime temperatures between 50 t(10°C) to 60 F (15 °C).
Alocasia is a very poisonous plant; the leaves contain insoluble oxalate crystals. A human or pet chewing or biting into a leaf releases the crystals which can cause swelling and irritation of the mouth and GI tract.
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