Alocasia Baginda Dragon Scale Mint Variegated

🌿 Alocasia Dragon Scale Mint – Rare Variegated Indoor Collector Plant

Alocasia ‘Dragon Scale Mint’ is a rare variegated form of the beloved Dragon Scale, known for its thick, silver-green leaves textured like dragon armor and streaked with soft mint or cream marbling. This compact Alocasia adds an exotic, jewel-like accent to any bright indoor space or plant display.

🪴 Product Details

• Botanical name: Alocasia baginda ‘Dragon Scale Mint’

• Form: Small to medium potted plant

• Feature: Sport-variegated mint and cream marbling

• Grown in: Lava rock and perlite mix to promote strong root development

• Condition: Acclimated, rooted, and ready to grow

• Each plant is hand-selected for visible variegation, structure, and health

Natural variation occurs — each plant’s mint marbling pattern is unique. Green algae may appear on the substrate due to humidity; it is harmless and normal.

🌿 Growing Conditions

• Temperature: 70–75°F

• Humidity: ~60% (acclimate gradually to home conditions over 5–7 days)

• Light: Bright, indirect light maintains color contrast and prevents burn

🌱 Care Instructions

• Water: Keep consistently moist through bottom wicking or self-watering setup. Do not allow the medium to fully dry.

• Humidity: Ideal range 60–80%. Transition slowly if lowering humidity.

• Temperature: 65–75°F; avoid cold drafts.

• Soil (if repotting): Use a well-draining aroid mix (coco coir, orchid bark, perlite).

• Fertilizer: Feed monthly during growth season at ¼–½ strength.

• Dormancy: Reduce watering and pause fertilizer in winter when growth slows.

✨ Why Collectors Love It

The Dragon Scale Mint combines the signature metallic texture of the classic Dragon Scale with the fresh, soft tones of mint variegation — a rare and visually striking plant for any Alocasia collection.