Plant Description
Alocasia Silver Dragon Aurea: Rare Variegated Houseplant
Looking for metallic foliage with golden variegation? The Alocasia Silver Dragon Aurea combines the signature metallic silvery blue-green base colouration of the Silver Dragon with yellow variegation that intensifies under the right light.
Why Plant Collectors Seek Silver Dragon Aurea
This rare yellow-variegated Alocasia cultivar takes the already sought-after Silver Dragon and adds golden sections that sit in clear contrast against the metallic ground. The Aurea sections typically deepen in colour with adequate light exposure, so the plant rewards patient growing over time.
A Silver Dragon Statement Piece for Serious Collections
Well suited to serious Alocasia collectors, this cultivar keeps the same leaf shape and reliable growing characteristics as the standard Silver Dragon while adding yellow variegation. Its rarity and the metallic-golden combination make it a considered addition to an advanced tropical plant collection.
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 yellow variegated form of the Silver Dragon
- Metallic silvery blue-green base with clear yellow sections
- Variegation intensifies with adequate light exposure
- Same reliable growing characteristics as the standard Silver Dragon
- Sought-after collector's houseplant
- Combines metallic foliage with golden variegation
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
