{"product_id":"alocasia-dragons-breath","title":"Alocasia 'Dragons Breath'","description":"\u003c!-- pf-original-desc --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical Name : Alocasia Heterophylla Common Names : Dragon's Breath Elephant Ear Description : Alocasia ‘Dragon’s Breath’ has silvery blue, pointed foliage. These plants can get very large with age, making a great statement piece for any collection. Alocasia prefers bright, indirect light and watering when the soil feels dry. Plant in well-draining potting soil with adequate drainage. Alocasia also thrives in higher humidity, so place it near other plants, a humidifier, or in a well-lit bathroom or kitchen with higher moisture in the air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-trust-badges --\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf-trust-badges\" style=\"margin:0.85rem 0 0;font-size:0.95rem;color:#1c6e3e\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Carefully packed live plant  ·  ✓ Ships across the United States  ·  ✓ 48-hour live-arrival guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#4b5563;font-size:0.88rem\"\u003eNatural variation expected with live plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-trust-badges --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-snapshot --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-snapshot\" style=\"margin-top:1.5rem\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eBotanical Label\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alocasia 'Dragons Breath'\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAlocasia 'Dragons Breath'\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\" or 6\" nursery pot (choose at checkout)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright to medium, indirect; no harsh direct sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner-friendly to moderate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, self-heading tropical aroid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows into a full, upright plant over time — mature size can vary by growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can live for many years with regular care — varies by growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not pet-safe — toxic to cats and dogs if chewed. Keep out of reach of pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright rooms, floors, tabletops, and shelves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibe\/personality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lush, tropical, jungle statement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-snapshot --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-curator --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-curator\" style=\"margin-top:1.25rem;padding:0.9rem 1.1rem;border-left:3px solid #2a7d49;background:#f3faf5\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurator's Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alocasia 'Dragons Breath' makes a real statement — bold, architectural foliage that grows more dramatic as it matures. It brings an instant jungle feel to a room while staying surprisingly easy to live with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-curator --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-related --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-related\" style=\"margin-top:1.25rem\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eContinue the Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/alocasia\"\u003eBrowse more Alocasias →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eShop more tropical houseplants →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/live-plants\"\u003eBrowse all live plants →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-related --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-why-love --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pf-why-love\" style=\"margin-top:1.25rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding-top:0.85rem\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1.15rem;color:#1f2937;list-style:none\"\u003eWhy It Belongs in Your Collection\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin-top:0.65rem\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStriking, tropical foliage that makes a statement\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGrows into a full, leafy, upright plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePushes out bold new leaves as it matures\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEasy to propagate from stem cuttings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRewarding to watch grow and mature\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdds a cozy, tropical feel to a room\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-why-love --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-care-block --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pf-care-block\" style=\"margin-top:1.25rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding-top:0.85rem\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1.15rem;color:#1f2937;list-style:none\"\u003eCare Notes from the Greenhouse\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin-top:0.65rem\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light keeps Alocasia 'Dragons Breath' looking its best, but it can tolerate medium indirect light. In lower light it grows more slowly. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry — it likes to dry out a bit between waterings rather than stay soggy. Empty any saucer so the roots don't sit in water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loves higher humidity as a tropical aroid, but adapts to normal household humidity; extra humidity supports lush, healthy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typical room temperatures (roughly 65–85°F). Keep it away from cold drafts and heating or AC vents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e A chunky, well-draining aroid mix (potting soil with bark and perlite) in a pot with drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows upright into a full, bushy plant — no moss pole needed; rotate it now and then for even, balanced growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed with a balanced houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer; pause in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim to shape anytime; stem cuttings with a node root easily in water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e If lower leaves yellow or it looks sparse, check that it isn't overwatered and give it bright, indirect light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-care-block --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-placement --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pf-placement\" style=\"margin-top:1.25rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding-top:0.85rem\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1.15rem;color:#1f2937;list-style:none\"\u003eBest Display Spots\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin-top:0.65rem\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloor or low plant stand:\u003c\/strong\u003e shows off its full, upright shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBright living-room corner:\u003c\/strong\u003e a leafy tropical accent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear an east or north window:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright, indirect light without harsh sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTabletop or shelf (smaller plants):\u003c\/strong\u003e an easy pop of green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOffice with good indirect light:\u003c\/strong\u003e low-fuss greenery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-placement --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-match --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pf-match\" style=\"margin-top:1.25rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding-top:0.85rem\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1.15rem;color:#1f2937;list-style:none\"\u003eBest For \/ Think Twice If\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:0.65rem\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePhilodendron and aroid fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBright, indirect-light spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePeople who enjoy watching a plant grow and mature\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStatement-foliage lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBeginners who want a full, leafy plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThink twice if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHomes where pets may chew leaves — it is toxic to cats and dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVery dark rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAnyone who tends to overwater plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eShoppers wanting a trailing or hanging plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-match --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-cool-facts --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pf-cool-facts\" style=\"margin-top:1.25rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding-top:0.85rem\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1.15rem;color:#1f2937;list-style:none\"\u003eBotanical Exhibit Notes\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin-top:0.65rem\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIt's a self-heading tropical aroid (family Araceae) — it grows upright into a full, bushy plant rather than climbing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAroids like this are easy to propagate — a stem cutting with a node roots readily in water or soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIn good light it grows quickly through the warm months, pushing out fresh leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIt grows from a central crown, filling out into a lush, leafy mound over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-cool-facts --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-trust-block --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pf-trust-block\" style=\"margin-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding-top:0.85rem\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1.15rem;color:#1f2937;list-style:none\"\u003eShipped Fresh from Florida to Your Home\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:0.65rem\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eFlorida Plant ships across the United States. Your plant ships from Florida and California, USA, carefully packed in its nursery pot with soil unless noted. Orders dispatch within 1–4 business days, early in the week so plants don't sit over a weekend in transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eDuring cold weather, orders to colder areas are sent with a heat pack, and we may hold delivery to very cold areas until it's safe to ship. Every plant is backed by our 48-hour live-arrival guarantee — contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos if there's an issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBecause this is a live plant, each one is unique — size, fullness, color, and shape vary naturally, and minor cosmetic imperfections can happen. Give your plant a little time to settle in after it arrives.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-trust-block --\u003e\n\u003c!-- pf-faq --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pf-faq\" style=\"margin-top:1.25rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding-top:0.85rem\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1.15rem;color:#1f2937;list-style:none\"\u003ePlant Questions, Answered\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:0.65rem\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I water Alocasia 'Dragons Breath'?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry. It prefers to dry out a little between waterings rather than stay soggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of light does Alocasia 'Dragons Breath' need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright, indirect light keeps Alocasia 'Dragons Breath' looking its best, but it can tolerate medium indirect light. In lower light it grows more slowly. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Alocasia 'Dragons Breath' pet safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Alocasia 'Dragons Breath' is considered toxic to cats and dogs if chewed, so keep it out of reach of pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are my Alocasia 'Dragons Breath' leaves yellowing or staying small?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYellowing is often overwatering — let it dry a bit more between waterings; small leaves usually mean it wants more bright, indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/pf-faq --\u003e","brand":"House Plant Dropship","offers":[{"title":"4\" Pot","offer_id":55991405805860,"sku":"4_ALOCASIA_DRAGONS.BREATH","price":71.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\" Pot","offer_id":55991405838628,"sku":"6_ALOCASIA_DRAGONS.BREATH","price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/9250\/8452\/files\/4_ALOCASIA_DRAGONS.BREATH_1.png?v=1786053319","url":"https:\/\/shopfloridaplant.com\/products\/alocasia-dragons-breath","provider":"Florida Plant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}