Alocasia Dragon Scale Mint 12cm

🌿 Alocasia ‘Dragon Scale Mint’ Care Guide

Dragon Scale Mint is all about mythical tropical beauty — thick, heavily textured leaves with an incredible scale-like appearance, softened by cool minty tones that make the foliage look almost unreal. Compact, highly collectible, and packed with character, this jewel Alocasia is a true standout in any indoor jungle. 🌿✨

☀️ Light

• Thrives in bright, indirect light
• Bright filtered light helps maintain its beautiful mint colouring
• Avoid direct sunlight — textured foliage can scorch and mark easily
• Too little light may slow growth and reduce colour intensity

💧 Water

• Keep the substrate lightly moist, but never soggy
• Allow the top layer to dry slightly between waterings
• Use a chunky, well-draining aroid mix
• Excellent drainage is essential to help prevent root rot

🌫️ Humidity

• Prefers high humidity (65–85%)
• Higher humidity encourages healthy foliage and smoother unfurling
• Warm, stable conditions produce the best growth
• Avoid cold draughts and sudden temperature changes

🍽️ Feeding

• Feed every 2–4 weeks during active growth
• Use a balanced diluted liquid fertiliser
• Reduce feeding during cooler months or periods of dormancy

🌱 Quick Tips

• Ideal for display cabinets or warm, humid rooms
• Avoid overpotting — a chunky, airy substrate helps keep the roots healthy
• May become dormant during cooler months, so reduce watering if growth slows
• Handle new leaves gently while they're unfurling

💡 Big Plant Lad Wisdom

Dragon Scale Mint looks like it belongs in a fantasy film. Those armour-like leaves and cool mint tones give it proper mythical jungle energy — no dragon required. 🌿✨