Plant Description
Alocasia Baginda Dragon Scale Aurea: Rare Golden Scale-Textured Houseplant
Looking for scale-like foliage with golden variegation? The Alocasia Baginda Dragon Scale Aurea carries textured leaves marked with golden-yellow variegation against a deep green ground, and each leaf breaks differently, so no two specimens are alike.
Why Plant Collectors Prize Dragon Scale Aurea
This rare variegated cultivar pairs the textured foliage of the standard Dragon Scale with golden variegation. The luminous yellow sections fall differently on every leaf, and the contrast between the golden patches and the deep green base adds a further dimension to the familiar scale-like surface.
A Distinct Statement for Rare Plant Collections
Suited to collectors after something genuinely uncommon, this variegated form holds the same manageable 2 to 3 feet mature size while adding golden variegation. The Dragon Scale Aurea's textured foliage and shifting patterns mean each leaf reads differently from the last.
All plants are grown in Fluval Stratum, our preferred early-stage medium for corms and baby Alocasia, held in our 3D printed Corm Keeper stand. Once fully rooted and at juvenile size we repot into our own pon mix, blended from components in our Soil Ninja range.
Key Features
- Rare Aurea variegated form of the Dragon Scale
- Golden-yellow variegation on textured leaves
- Yellow and green on green variegation colours
- Light green, yellow and dark shades of green create distinct patterns
- Contrast between the yellow patches and the deep green base
- Each leaf displays completely different variegation
- Maintains the classic scale-textured foliage of the species
- Medium-sized cultivar, 2-3 feet at maturity, suited to statement displays
Plant Genus
Baginda
Lighting Conditions
Alocasia thrive off good lighting. The use of grow lights can help with darker areas of your home.
Humidity & Water
The only rule! Don't over water, keep your substrate moist, not wet. Less is more in every watering. High humidity is essential; aim for 60% or higher. Use a humidifier, pebble tray, or regular misting
Semi Hydro Growing
Using LECA or pon you can grow your plants without soil. Read our blog for more information
Feed Your Plant
Every watering during the growing season (spring & summer) using a water-soluble nutrients
Pet Safety
Alocasia contain insoluble calcium oxalates and can be toxic if ingested by cats, dogs, or children
