Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale' – care guide

Botanical fact sheet

Alocasia 'Dragon Scale'

✓ Verified fact sheet Nov 2, 2026

Taxonomy: Family: Araceae · Genus: Alocasia
Plant type: Evergreen, rhizomatous, tuberous tropical herbaceous ornamental plant.
Native distribution: The base species, Alocasia baginda, is native to Borneo, in the East Kalimantan region of Indonesia. The Dragon Scale cultivated horticultural cultivar does not have a distinct natural distribution area.
Natural habitat: The base species is associated with the wet tropical biome. Detailed data regarding the exact natural habitat is limited.
Height / growth form: Compact growing, rhizomatous plant. Its leaves are broad, shield-shaped, thick, and rigid. Their surface is silvery-green, scaly-structured, with darker veining.
Ecology: The base species has adapted to wet tropical environments. The Dragon Scale is a cultivated cultivar that thrives in warm, humid conditions.

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How it thrives

Partly general data for the genus Alocasia

Watermediumparent species data

Lightbright indirectparent species data

Humidityhighgeneral genus data

Min. temperature18 °Cparent species data

No dormancy · general genus dataDifficulty: ●●●○○ · general genus data⚠ May be toxic to pets / people · general genus data

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Alocasia tip: It often drops leaves in winter – that is rest, not death; water less then.

⚠ Pets & children · genus Alocasia

🐱Cat moderate🐶Dog moderate🐴Horse moderate🦜Pet bird moderate🐰Rabbit, rodent moderate🐮Cattle moderate🐐Sheep, goat moderate🐷Pig moderate🐔Poultry moderate🐢Tortoise, herbivorous reptile moderate🧒Human (child) moderatedetails →

At a glance

Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale' – what to know

Alocasia 'Dragon Scale' is a cultivar of Alocasia baginda (Araceae). Care guidelines: light: bright indirect; water: medium; min. 18 °C. For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

All Alocasia species in the catalog →Detailed toxicity data →

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale'?

Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.

How much light does Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale' need?

It likes bright but indirect light, such as near an east- or west-facing window.

How cold can Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale' get?

Keep it above 18 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.

Is Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale' toxic to cats and dogs?

For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

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