Alocasia heterophylla 'Dragon's Breath' is a rare and striking species known for its blue-silver, glaucous leaves that elongate and become pointed as they mature. This unique foliage makes it a highly desirable plant for collectors and indoor gardening enthusiasts alike. Its tuberous growth habit allows it to bush outwards, creating a dense and visually appealing display.
Native to: Alocasia heterophylla is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, where it thrives in humid, shaded environments.
Water: Water Alocasia heterophylla 'Dragon's Breath' little and often, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged. This plant prefers consistently moist conditions, so regular watering is essential, especially during the growing season. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings to avoid overwatering.
Light: This Alocasia thrives in bright, indirect, or filtered light. An east-facing window is ideal, providing the plant with gentle morning sunlight and avoiding the harsh midday sun that can scorch its delicate leaves. Ensure it receives sufficient light to maintain its vibrant foliage.
Humidity: Alocasia heterophylla 'Dragon's Breath' benefits from higher humidity levels, typical of its native tropical environment. Aim for humidity levels around 60% or higher. You can achieve this by misting the plant regularly, grouping it with other humidity-loving plants, or using a humidifier.
Temperature: Keep your Alocasia heterophylla 'Dragon's Breath' in a warm environment, ideally between 18°C to 26°C. Avoid exposing it to cold drafts and temperatures below 15°C to prevent stress and potential damage. This plant thrives in stable, warm conditions that mimic its native habitat.
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All plants are shipped in their plastic nursery pot unless otherwise stated.
Plant pot sizes can fluctuate +/- 1cm.
We recommend to always size up your decorative pot by 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For example if you are purchasing a 12cm plant, you should purchase a 14cm decorative pot to ensure it will fit correctly.
We pride ourselves on the love and care with give our plants. Our entire team are plant obsessives at heart and so we go above and beyond to care for the plants we have in stock.
That said, plants are living beings and may differ slightly from the photo provided unless otherwise stated. Small leaf imperfections may be present and won't be compensated for. Some plants such as Begonia may suffer slight leaf melt when shipped. This is normal and nothing to be concerned about.
All our plants are stores and/or grown in our nursery under LED lighting. The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C year round.
