{"product_id":"30-40cm-alocasia-pink-dragon-house-plant-12cm-pot","title":"30 - 40cm Alocasia Pink Dragon House Plant 12cm Pot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"25\" data-end=\"333\"\u003eAlocasia 'Pink Dragon' is a striking tropical houseplant known for its dramatic contrast between dark green leaves and vivid pink stems. The large, arrow-shaped leaves are a deep glossy green with prominent pale veins running across the surface, whilst the undersides often have a slight reddish-purple tint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eWhat makes Alocasia ‘Pink Dragon’ especially distinctive are its thick, blush-pink petioles and stems, which give the plant its name. The combination of bold foliage and soft pink colouring creates a sculptural, almost exotic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eIt grows upright and compact compared with some larger Alocasias, usually reaching around 40–70cm tall indoors. As it matures, the leaves become larger and more dramatic, making it an excellent statement plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eThe pink stems make it a natural fit for your Pink Hues collection alongside Syngonium ‘Pink Robusta’, Aglaonema ‘Pink Star’ and Ficus ‘Belize’. Its bold foliage also complements the tropical feel of your Tropical Houseplant Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"vkncyi\" data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003eDetailed Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"73xha0\" data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003eAlocasia ‘Pink Dragon’ prefers bright, indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003ePlace it close to a bright window with filtered light, such as an east-facing window or slightly back from a south or west-facing window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003eToo much direct sun can scorch the leaves, whilst too little light may lead to slower growth and smaller leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mebt03\" data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eKeep the compost evenly moist but not soggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oe4ly9\" data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003eWater when the top 2–3cm of compost feels dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pwglxc\" data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eWater thoroughly, then allow excess to drain away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d5lhg5\" data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eReduce watering slightly during winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003eAlocasias dislike both drying out completely and sitting in wet compost. If the soil becomes too dry, the leaves may droop or crisp at the edges. If it stays too wet, the roots can rot quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rmozvj\" data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003eAlocasia ‘Pink Dragon’ enjoys high humidity, ideally around 60–80%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003eIt grows best:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4tc1vh\" data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003eNear a humidifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14bxrg1\" data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003eIn a bathroom with good light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t1krru\" data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003eGrouped with other tropical plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003eLow humidity can cause brown leaf edges and make new leaves struggle to unfurl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1a7tsx6\" data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003eKeep Alocasia ‘Pink Dragon’ warm, ideally between 18–27°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"m0bksz\" data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003eTemperatures below 15°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ig1nra\" data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2157\"\u003eCold draughts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c8fbfb\" data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003eOpen windows in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tx1u58\" data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003eSudden temperature changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ob2x27\" data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003eCompost\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2292\"\u003eUse a chunky, free-draining compost that still holds some moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003eA good mix is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2389\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yigpa\" data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003e2 parts houseplant compost or coco coir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xtwkjh\" data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003e1 part perlite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19s3q8f\" data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2389\"\u003e1 part orchid bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003eThis allows the roots to stay moist without becoming waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tvu7dw\" data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2469\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003eFeed every 2–3 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser at half strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2683\"\u003eAlocasias are fairly hungry plants during active growth, but avoid feeding in winter when growth slows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"758btz\" data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2697\"\u003eDormancy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003eDuring autumn and winter, Alocasia ‘Pink Dragon’ may slow down considerably or lose one or more leaves. This is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2835\"\u003eIf this happens:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"2928\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jlkggy\" data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"2855\"\u003eWater less often\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fo4whd\" data-start=\"2856\" data-end=\"2895\"\u003eStop feeding until new growth appears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nvt1sd\" data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"2928\"\u003eKeep the plant warm and bright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2930\" data-end=\"2965\"\u003eNew leaves should return in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1y98pn2\" data-start=\"2967\" data-end=\"2980\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2981\" data-end=\"3018\"\u003eRepot every 1–2 years in spring when:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3097\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19r5evq\" data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3047\"\u003eRoots are filling the pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lncek9\" data-start=\"3048\" data-end=\"3082\"\u003eThe plant dries out very quickly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2ulmel\" data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3097\"\u003eGrowth slows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3099\" data-end=\"3135\"\u003eOnly move up one pot size at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1hjepir\" data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3156\"\u003eCommon Problems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3455\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xy8qg7\" data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3207\"\u003eBrown leaf edges: Low humidity or underwatering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c9rkkb\" data-start=\"3208\" data-end=\"3271\"\u003eYellow leaves: Overwatering or natural ageing of older leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bix8ji\" data-start=\"3272\" data-end=\"3335\"\u003eDrooping leaves: Cold temperatures, dry soil or root problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tfny1s\" data-start=\"3336\" data-end=\"3389\"\u003eLeaves curling: Low humidity or too much direct sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1biuhxw\" data-start=\"3390\" data-end=\"3455\"\u003eSpider mites: Alocasias can be prone to these in dry conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"tc8j97\" data-start=\"3457\" data-end=\"3471\"\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3472\" data-end=\"3672\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAlocasia ‘Pink Dragon’ is toxic if eaten and should be kept away from pets and children. The leaves and stems contain calcium oxalate crystals which can cause irritation and stomach upset if consumed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants For All Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57697462387062,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/5990\/3625\/files\/20260416_164604.jpg?v=1776416164","url":"https:\/\/www.plantsforallseasons.co.uk\/products\/30-40cm-alocasia-pink-dragon-house-plant-12cm-pot","provider":"Plants For All Seasons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}