Alocasia 'Silver Dragon'

Alocasia 'Silver Dragon'Gorgeous, rare cultivar. They look just like the name. Lots of texture with dark emerald veins and silver leaves. Not sure what else you could ask for to be honest, really freaking cool plant. Alocasias, like their Colocasia and Caladium cousins, are commonly known as Elephant Ears. Their prominent, shield like leaves boast an array of uncommon textures and colors, and rare varieties are sought out by collectors. Alocasias are more challenging than

They will thrive in bright indirect sun and humid areas

Humidity - Likes increased humidity

They propagate easily from stem and leaf cuttings and will also readily produce pups around their base

and when they’re happy they may reward you with globes of sweet smelling flowers

Light green leaves in a star like structure that are delicate and sheeny

and is more drought tolerant than some other tropicals

Origin: South Africa

leaves will droop when plant is thirsty

This plant loves water and light

making them an excellent option for kitchens or bathrooms with sunny windows

Fertilizer - Very sensitive to chemical fertilizers

and forest or jungle cacti have different care than their cousins