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Alocasia Regal Shields 17cm H65cm

Alocasia Regal Shields 17cm H65cm

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Alocasia ‘Regal Shields’ is a dramatic hybrid known for its large, shield-shaped leaves with deep green upper surfaces and rich purple undersides. Bold, architectural, and impactful, it makes an excellent statement plant in spacious interiors.

  • Full Botanical Name: Alocasia ‘Regal Shields’
  • Common Names: Regal Shields Alocasia
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: Hybrid; genus native to Southeast Asia
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Tropical forest floors with warmth, humidity, and filtered light

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Bright indirect light; tolerates light shade.
  • Ideal Room: Living rooms, plant rooms
  • Feeding: Balanced fertiliser every 4–6 weeks during active growth
  • Humidity: 60–80%
  • Ideal Temperature: 20–28°C
  • Watering: Keep soil lightly moist; avoid waterlogging
  • Pet/Child Safe: Toxic (genus level)
  • Soil Type: Chunky, well-draining aroid mix
  • Propagation: Rhizome division
  • Eventual Height and Spread: 90–120 cm tall; 60–90 cm wide
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Pests and Treatment: Spider mites, thrips
  • Repotting: Every 1–2 years
  • Pruning: Remove old leaves at base
  • Air Purification: Good
  • Folklore: Large-leaf Alocasias symbolise protection and strength
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