Imperfect Alocasia 'Silver Dragon' 11cm Plants GrowTropicals
Alocasia 'Silver Dragon' — 6cm
Imperfect Alocasia 'Silver Dragon' Plants GrowTropicals
Imperfect Alocasia 'Silver Dragon' Plants GrowTropicals
Alocasia

Alocasia 'Silver Dragon'

£6.99
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Description

Alocasia baginda 'Silver Dragon' is the lighter, silvery counterpart to 'Dragon Scale', sharing the same deeply textured, puckered leaf surface but with a cool, pale silver-green tone that gives it an almost otherworldly quality. The prominent dark veins run in sharp contrast against this silvery base, and new leaves emerge in a soft, almost translucent pale green before maturing to the characteristic silver hue. 

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How to care for Alocasia 'Silver Dragon'

Give me bright light out of the midday sun and water me when the top of my soil feels dry.

In their words

What our customers say

Arrived just like the photos - maybe even fuller. Healthy, well-acclimated, and straight into my collection with no issues.

Emily P.

Flawless leaves, stunning variegation, and clearly cared for by experts. It’s already a talking point in my home office.

James R.

Hard to find rare plants that are pet-safe. Ours arrived in perfect condition and looks amazing without any worry.

Sophie L.
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About Alocasia 'Silver Dragon'

Alocasia 'Silver Dragon' is a houseplant that takes a little effort. It needs bright indirect light, watering once the top 2 to 3cm of compost has dried out, high humidity and a minimum temperature of 16°C. It is harmful to pets and small children if eaten.

Good for

Kitchen Bathroom

Care level

EasyChallenge

A little effort

Light

ShadeFull sun

Bright, indirect light

This plant grows best in bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Keep it away from direct sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves. For healthy growth and vibrant foliage, place it near a north-facing or east-facing window where it will receive plenty of filtered light. Read moreShow less

This plant grows best in bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Keep it away from direct sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves. For healthy growth and vibrant foliage, place it near a north-facing or east-facing window where it will receive plenty of filtered light.

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Watering

Evenly moistDries out fully

Let the top few centimetres dry out

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water your plant when the top layer of soil feels slightly dry, and always ensure the pot has good drainage. Avoid soggy soil or standing water, and do not let the plant dry out completely, as steady moisture is essential for healthy growth. Read moreShow less

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water your plant when the top layer of soil feels slightly dry, and always ensure the pot has good drainage. Avoid soggy soil or standing water, and do not let the plant dry out completely, as steady moisture is essential for healthy growth.

Humidity

Average homeHigh humidity

Needs high humidity

This plant thrives in high humidity and benefits from a consistently humid environment. Good humidity levels help support healthy growth and keep the foliage healthy. To increase humidity, use a humidifier or place the plant in a naturally humid room like a bathroom or kitchen. Plant cabinets, grow tents, and terrariums can also help create stable humidity for tropical houseplants, especially in drier homes. When using enclosed growing spaces, ensure there is adequate airflow to prevent excess moisture build-up. Adding sphagnum moss around the stem can also help hold moisture and improve growing conditions. Read moreShow less

This plant thrives in high humidity and benefits from a consistently humid environment. Good humidity levels help support healthy growth and keep the foliage healthy. To increase humidity, use a humidifier or place the plant in a naturally humid room like a bathroom or kitchen. Plant cabinets, grow tents, and terrariums can also help create stable humidity for tropical houseplants, especially in drier homes. When using enclosed growing spaces, ensure there is adequate airflow to prevent excess moisture build-up. Adding sphagnum moss around the stem can also help hold moisture and improve growing conditions.

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Temperature

Keep above 16°C · Likes a warm room

This plant grows best in warm temperatures between 18°C and 26°C. Keep it away from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C, as cooler conditions can stress the plant and affect healthy growth. Read moreShow less

This plant grows best in warm temperatures between 18°C and 26°C. Keep it away from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C, as cooler conditions can stress the plant and affect healthy growth.

Feeding

Feed monthly with a balanced fertiliser from spring to autumn, and let it rest over winter.

Soil & Substrate

The limestone-rich, fast-draining soils of its native Borneo habitat tell you everything you need to know about what Alocasia baginda 'Silver Dragon' requires: excellent drainage, good aeration, and a substrate that does not hold standing moisture around the roots. Our Alocasia Premium Potting Mix is peat-free and designed specifically for sensitive Alocasias: light, airy, and structured to allow maximum oxygen exchange while retaining enough moisture to support healthy growth.

Growth habit

Upright →

Plant type

Aroid →Foliage houseplant →

Toxicity

Harmful if chewed or swallowed. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children, and wash your hands after pruning.

Origins

Alocasia baginda is native to the limestone-rich forests of Eastern Kalimantan in Borneo, Indonesia, where it grows as a low understorey plant in warm, consistently humid conditions with filtered light and well-drained, calcium-rich soils.

Genus

Alocasia →
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does my plant come with a pot?
Your plant will arrive in its nursery grow pot — the plastic pot it's been growing in. We don't include a decorative pot as standard, and there's a good reason for that: it means you get to choose one that fits your space and style, rather than being stuck with something that doesn't suit your home.

It also means you're not paying extra for a pot you might not want. The nursery pot is perfectly fine to keep your plant in for a while, just pop it inside a decorative cover pot or cache pot and you're good to go. When you're ready to repot (usually after a growing season or when roots start poking out the bottom), you can move it into something more permanent with fresh soil.

If you're not sure what size cover pot to go for, check the pot selector tool listed above, you'll want a decorative pot that's a centimetre or two wider than that to give it a comfortable fit.
How big will my plant be when it arrives?
Every plant on our site includes the pot size (e.g. 12cm) and, where possible, an approximate height. That's the most reliable way to set your expectations, photos can sometimes make a plant look larger or smaller than it really is.

If you're thinking "that sounds quite small for the price," here's something worth knowing: younger, smaller plants almost always adapt better to your home than larger ones. They adjust faster to your light and humidity, put out new growth more quickly, and tend to establish stronger root systems long-term. A plant that grows into your space will usually outperform one that was already big when it arrived.

That said, every plant is an individual. The one you receive may vary slightly in height, shape, or fullness compared to the photo, that's the nature of living things, not a quality issue. We select healthy, well-established specimens, and if you ever feel your plant doesn't match what you were expecting, just get in touch and we'll take a look.
What makes your plants different from the supermarket or garden centre?
There's a big difference between a plant that's been sitting under on a retail shelf and one that's been looked after and cared for by people who specialise in exactly this.

Our plants are grown in house or sourced from specialist nurseries, many of them varieties you simply won't find at your local garden centre or supermarket. Before anything leaves us, it's checked over by our horticultural team to make sure it's healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive in your home. We're not shifting volume off a pallet, we're choosing plants we'd want to keep ourselves.

When you buy from a supermarket, you get a plant and a generic care label. When you buy from us, you get the knowledge that comes with it, detailed care guidance, a team you can actually contact if something isn't going right, and the confidence that what's arriving has been looked after properly from the moment it was grown to the moment it reaches your door.

We're a specialist nursery first, not a retailer that happens to sell plants. That's the difference, and you'll see it the moment you open the box.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
First things first, unbox it as soon as you can. Plants don't love being in dark boxes any more than you would, and the sooner yours is out and breathing, the better.

Remove all the packaging carefully, give the soil a check with your finger, and water lightly if it feels dry. Then find it a spot with appropriate light, but avoid putting it straight into harsh direct sun or next to a radiator. Think of it like arriving somewhere new after a long journey: it needs a moment to adjust.

It's completely normal for your plant to look a little tired or droopy after transit. This is called transit stress, and most plants bounce back within a week or two. You might see a yellow leaf or some drooping, don't panic, and resist the urge to overwater or start repotting straight away.

Our advice for the first couple of weeks: leave it in its nursery pot, water it only when the top layer of soil feels dry, and let it acclimatise to your home's light, temperature, and humidity. Once it's settled in and showing signs of new growth, you can think about repotting or moving it to its permanent spot.

Every plant we sell comes with a care guide on the product page so you'll know exactly what it needs going forward. And if anything doesn't look right, get in touch with our team, we're always happy to help.
Will my plant survive being shipped?
Yes! and we go to serious lengths to make sure of it. Every plant is hand-packed by our team with protective wrapping and secure, custom-designed boxes to keep it stable and safe in transit. We've shipped hundreds of thousands of plants across the UK and our packaging methods have been refined over years to handle the bumps and jolts of delivery.

During colder months, we monitor weather forecasts and offer heat packs where needed to protect against frost. In extreme conditions, we may hold your order for a day or two rather than risk sending it out, we'd rather you wait an extra day than receive a stressed plant.

That said, plants are living things, and the occasional transit wobble can happen. If your plant arrives damaged or isn't in the condition you'd expect, just get in touch within 48 hours with a photo, and we'll make it right, whether that's a replacement or a full refund. No fuss.

The short version: we treat every box like it's going to someone who really cares about what's inside, because it is.
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Everything about Alocasia

Alocasia are some of the most striking houseplants you can grow. Bold, architectural leaves on slender stems that immediately draw the eye. They're native to tropical and subtropical forests across Southeast Asia, where they grow on the forest floor in warm...

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Verified reviews

Rated by real customers

Customers praised this healthy Alocasia for its "beautiful silver tone" and "stunning" leaf patterns. Most reported plants arrived "bigger than advertised" in excellent condition with strong roots. A few noted minor cosmetic damage or yellowing tips. Some mentioned it requires high humidity. "Well packaged" delivery consistently highlighted.

  • Perfect condition! Healthy and bigger than advertised
  • Lots of healthy, strong leaves. A beautiful silver tone. Couldn't be happier!
  • The design of the leaf is just captivating. The roots are so healthy in excellent condition.
  • 5 stars: 79 (93%)
  • 4 stars: 4 (5%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 1 (1%)
  • 1 star: 1 (1%)
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Toni Evans
6cm

Beautiful healthy baby alocasia. Very happy with her. Ive named her Ladon (I name all my plants....)!

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Bernadeth H.
Alocasia silver dragon

A little cosmetic damage(snail hole maybe?)--- Happy with my new additions,thank you GT,you doing awesome of making sure they all healthy and ready to thrive :blush:looking forward for more!!!

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Felicity T.
Beautiful Healthy Plant

Really thrilled with my Silver Dragon. Opted for a 14cm pot and it was 100% worth it. Lots of healthy, strong leaves, one which was still uncurling. A beautiful silver tone. Couldn’t be happier!

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Laura
Beautiful plant

Beautiful plant. Arrived with a new leaf unfurling. The second pic is what it looks like almost a year later. Great quality plant and carefully packaged.

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Diana B.
Great

Great tiny plant. A bit of leaf tip yellowing but nothing of concern

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Sharon S.
Gorgeous Alocasia

I love Alocasias and have been after this one for a while. Very happy with my purchase and it has already produced a new leaf! Highly recommend 'Grow Tropicals ':grin:

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Neeti P.
Healthy plant

Very healthy leaves and came in a nice condition.

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Jacqueline Kenny
Baby alocasia silver dragon

Well packaged exactly as image on website. After a good watering 7 days later is standing straight. Look forward to seeing it grow :raised_hands: :blush:

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Gwen B.
Stunning beautiful

Wow she turned up so beautifully wrapped for transporting. This week ive had to repot her as when she arrived she was trying to escape her nursery pot she has settled into her a new pot and home and loving life here

Thanks again for a beautiful plant

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Colin C.
The design of the leaf

The design of the leaf is just captivating. The roots are so healthy in excellent condition. In the short time I've had it new leaves have been emerging and each one more beautiful than the next. An all round gorgeous plant for any collection.

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Laura H.
Lovely baby plant

Lovely little plant. I've been eyeing various Alocasia's for awhile and decided that buying a little baby of this variety was a good way to make sure I could provide the right growing conditions before possibly branching out into some of the more expensive varieties. Also, the silver colouring and vein patterning of 'Silver Dragon' makes an attractive and unusual leaf amidst my green plants (as do the other colourful plants I bought at the same time). As a 6cm pot, the plant was predictably small, but is in perfect health.

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David G.
Both were in excellent condition.

Both were in excellent condition. I’m delighted :grinning:

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Rachel k.
Delightful

Fast delivery and well packaged, great little plants arrived in excellent condition, will be purchasing again soon.

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Vana K.
Nice plant! Unusual!

Nice plant! Unusual!

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Agnieszka D.
Unusual leaves, very thick and

Unusual leaves, very thick and silvery. They indeed remind me of dragon scales. The plant arrived with some new leaves opening and so far day by day is looking bushier and bigger. Fingers crossed it will adapt to new home.

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Alice-Gabriela M.
Super cute, super gorgeous, I

Super cute, super gorgeous, I couldn’t be happier with her! Came with 5 leaves 🩷
She was a little wonky from transit but straightened out just fine from natural light. I did put her under a grow light about a month later and she continues to thrive.

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Darren M.
Great quality

Plants arrived very well packaged and prompt delivery times. Very impressed with House of Kojo. And they are now my Goto place for all my Houseplant needs.

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Jason D.
Very happy

Very happy with the price quality and delivery bigger plants Tha I expected aswell so very happy about that.

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Geraint Roberts (United Kingdom)
6cm

Perfect condition! Healthy and bigger than advertised

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Toni

So cute! Healthy, pest free and well protected for the journey.

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Omell Lewis (United Kingdom)
6cm

High quality plant, even at a baby stage looks healthy with large leaves

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Krissy Etherington (United Kingdom)
6cm

All plants received came carefully packaged , had clearly been well cared for prior to transit and settled well into their new environment thanks to helpful tips from growtropical team .

r
ringo

Absolutely brilliant

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