Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Alocasia ‘Pink Dragon,’ scientifically named Alocasia lowii 'Morocco,' is a variety of Alocasia native to Asia and Australia. This species is admired for its glossy dark green leaves with deep veins and stunning pink petioles. Alocasia ‘Pink Dragon’ should be grown in well-draining soil and get direct sunlight.
Common Name |
Alocasia Pink Dragon, Alocasia Morocco
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Plant Type
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Houseplants
Perennials
Corm
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Alocasia lowii 'Morocco'
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Genus
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Alocasia
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Alocasia 'Pink Dragon'.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' needs water once every
10 days in 1.5
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' needs about 0.375 L per 10 days. |
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Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
60°F
to 80°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
The ideal humidity range for your Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' to thrive is between 60% and 70%. |
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Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Alocasia 'Pink Dragon'. |
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Suitability in pots |
7L
Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 7L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
neutral
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Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' plant. |
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Maximum Height |
48 Inches or
2 meters
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Spread |
36 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
White
Purple
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' toxic to pets? |
Yes
Alocasia Pink Dragon can be poisonous if ingested by pets. |
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Garden Style |
Mediterranean Garden
Patio And Containers
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Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Alocasia 'Pink Dragon', when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
medium
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Propagation Methods |
stem cutting
root division
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Flowering season |
spring
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Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' Native Region |
Find out where the Alocasia 'Pink Dragon' plant originated. |
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Country |
Australia
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Specific Location
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This plant is native to Asia and Australia. |
