DescriptionIn India, we can sell this Alocasia Silver Dragon (jiffy) via online delivery systems to any states including Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha (Orissa), Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West BengalBotanical name: Alocasia baginda ‘Silver Dragon’A compact, highly sought-after Alocasia known for its silvery, almost metallic leaves with deep green veins and a slightly textured surface. Smaller and more compact than many other Alocasias — great for indoor collections. LightBright indirect lightNo harsh direct sunlight (leaves can scorch)Low light → slower growth & faded silver toneIdeal near an east window or filtered south light. WateringKeep soil lightly moistWater when top 2–3 cm of soil feels dryNever let it sit in water Very sensitive to overwatering → root rot happens quickly. Temperature & HumidityIdeal temperature: 18–30°CLoves high humidity (60–80%)Protect from cold drafts & AC airflowIn Indian homes, a humidifier or grouping plants together helps a lot. Soil MixUse a well-draining chunky aroid mix:Cocopeat / peatPerliteOrchid barkSmall amount of compostGood aeration is key. FertilizerFeed every 3–4 weeks in growing seasonUse balanced liquid fertilizer at half strengthReduce feeding in winter Common ProblemsYellow leaves → OverwateringBrown crispy edges → Low humidityDrooping leaves → Water stressSpider mites → Common in dry conditions DormancyMay slow down or lose a leaf in winter. Keep watering minimal and wait for warmer weather.Since you’ve also asked about Alocasia Scalprum before — Silver Dragon is:SmallerMore texturedSlightly more sensitive to overwatering
