'Silver Dragon' alocasia guide
Alocasia baginda 'Silver Dragon', also called Silver Dragon, Alocasia baginda 'Silver'
Published 2026-11-08
Quick care
- Light
- Bright indirect
- Water
- When the top 2 to 5 cm (1 to 2 in) of soil is dry
- Humidity
- High. Dry air invites spider mites and crisp edges.
- Temperature
- 18 to 27°C (65 to 80°F). Keep above 15°C (60°F).
- Soil
- Chunky, airy mix with orchid bark and perlite
- Feeding
- Half-strength fertilizer monthly in spring and summer
- Pets
- Toxic to cats and dogs. Chewing causes mouth pain, drooling, and vomiting.
- Difficulty
- Fussy
- Mature size
- 30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 in) tall
- Propagation
- Divide the clump, or pot up the small corms in the roots
- Where to buy
- Plant shops
This page covers what makes 'Silver Dragon' alocasia different. For light, water, soil, pests, and the rest, read the alocasia care guide.
What it is
‘Silver Dragon’ is a compact alocasia with thick, oval, pale silver leaves and faint dark green veins. The leaves have a light, bumpy texture. It is a form of Alocasia baginda, the same species as ‘Dragon Scale’, with much more silver.
How to tell it apart
| Plant | Leaves | The tell |
|---|---|---|
| ‘Silver Dragon’ | Pale silver, faint veins | Silver covers almost the whole leaf |
| ‘Dragon Scale’ alocasia | Silvery green, dark veins | Clear two-tone green pattern |
| ‘Black Velvet’ alocasia | Near-black velvet | Black, not silver |
Care differences
Care matches ‘Dragon Scale’. Let the top half of the soil dry, use a chunky mix, and keep it warm and humid. The silver stays brightest in bright indirect light.
Grow it from corms
Look for corms when you repot. Set them in moist sphagnum in a warm spot.
Buying it
‘Silver Dragon’ is sold at plant shops and some garden centers. Look for thick, firm, silver leaves. Thin, green new leaves mean it needs more light.