{"product_id":"alocasia-dragon-scale-variegated-preorder-tc-starter-plant-rare-plant-tissue-culture-1","title":"Alocasia Dragon Scale Variegated | Tissue Culture Plant (Preorder) | Tomoka Farms","description":"\u003cp\u003e🪴 \u003cstrong\u003eAlocasia Dragon Scale Variegated — Tissue Culture Starter Plant (Preorder)\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs that iconic armored “dragon-scale” texture with striking silver-green variegation. This listing is for a \u003cstrong\u003esterile tissue culture starter\u003c\/strong\u003e—choose your preferred kit option at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✨ Product Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-contrast variegation on classic “dragon-scale” foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue-to-type start from clean tissue culture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact aroid—great for bright, indirect light indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-packed in Florida for safe arrival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🪴 Care Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Bright, indirect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Keep evenly moist; never soggy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity: Moderate–high preferred (60–80%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Airy, chunky aroid mix with excellent drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🧪 Tissue Culture Size (if selected)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealed sterile vessel (≈90 mm). \u003cstrong\u003eDo not open\u003c\/strong\u003e for 24–48h after delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains 1–5 plantlets; count varies by batch\/species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcclimation required: rinse gel, plant in airy mix, high-humidity dome, vent 7–14 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReport leaks\/contamination within 48h with photos. No returns once opened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Acclimation Guide (TC only)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRest sealed 24–48h:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the vessel upright at room temp (68–78°F) and out of direct sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrep your mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–70% airy aroid base (fine bark\/perlite\/pon) + 30–40% moisture-retentive (coco coir\/fine sphag). Moisten to “wrung-out sponge.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove \u0026amp; rinse:\u003c\/strong\u003e In clean, lukewarm water gently free all gel from roots. Optional final rinse in fresh water with a drop of peroxide per cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot gently:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set plantlets shallowly; do not bury crowns. Lightly firm media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity dome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover with a clear cup or dome. \u003cem\u003eDays 1–3:\u003c\/em\u003e closed. \u003cem\u003eDays 4–7:\u003c\/em\u003e open a small vent daily. \u003cem\u003eDays 8–14:\u003c\/em\u003e increase venting until fully open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect (no direct sun). ~200–400 PPFD or a bright window with sheer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep evenly moist, never waterlogged. Mist media—not foliage—if edges curl from dryness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e After 2 weeks, begin 1\/8–1\/4 strength balanced fertilizer every 10–14 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransplant:\u003c\/strong\u003e When new roots\/leaves harden (2–4 weeks), shift to your standard pot. Maintain humidity + airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIssues?\u003c\/strong\u003e Photograph on arrival\/opening and contact us within 48h for help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📦 What You’ll Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTC Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e one tissue culture plantlet in sterile pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTC Plant \u0026amp; Cup Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e plantlet + 3\" cup for a simple humidity dome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 Plants in 1 Cup:\u003c\/strong\u003e two plantlets (packed together for an easy start)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🚚 Shipping \u0026amp; Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessing: 2–5 business days; ships Mon–Wed from Ormond Beach, FL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive Arrival: 48-hour photo window for any arrival issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReturns: Not accepted once sterile packs are opened (perishable). 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