Alocasia baginda 'Green Dragon Scale'


Forget average greenery—the Alocasia Green Dragon Scale brings serious ancient jungle energy to your plant collection. With sculpted, leathery leaves that feel as tough as armor and dark emerald veins carved into every surface, this Bornean beauty is practically a living piece of art. It’s the go-to pick for plant lovers who want raw texture and unmissable, bold foliage!

  • Toxic to pets and children
  • Repot once every 3 years
  • Fertilize every every other week
  • Bright, indirect light
  • Requires frequent watering

About the Alocasia Baginda 'Green Dragon Scale'

Origin

Native to the lush rainforests of Kalimantan, Indonesia (Borneo).

Air Purifying

While its broad leaves do help capture airborne dust, we still recommend keeping your regular home air filter running alongside your plant collection!

Toxicity

Toxic to pets and humans. Alocasias contain calcium oxalate crystals that can cause irritation, swelling, or burning if ingested or if the sap touches sensitive skin. Keep this diva safely out of reach of curious pets and kids.

Caring for Alocasia Baginda 'Green Dragon Scale'

Watering

Water when the top 20–30% of the soil has dried out to keep this dramatic amigo happy and thriving. Be careful not to overwater, as soggy soil can cause the corm and roots to rot!

Light and Placement

Bright, indirect light is the sweet spot for this amigo! An east- or west-facing window is ideal, giving it plenty of natural light without exposing those stunning leaves to harsh direct sun.

Nutrition

Treat this amigo to a diluted, balanced fertilizer (like a 10-10-10 ratio) every 2–4 weeks during the spring and summer growing season to encourage strong growth and healthy foliage.

Repotting

These slow-steady growers only need an upgrade every 2–4 years, or when they become severely root-bound. When it's time, pick a pot that's just 1–2 inches larger than the current root ball!

Pruning and Flowering

Little to no pruning required! Simply snip off any fading bottom leaves or spent blooms at the base to keep your plant looking clean and fresh.

Alocasia Baginda 'Green Dragon Scale' SOS

Illness

These green amigos are pretty resilient, though spider mites occasionally try to hide out along those textured leaf veins. If your plant seems unhappy, it's usually down to watering—keep an eye out for root rot or fungal leaf spots from overwatering!

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