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1Alocasia 'Regal Shields'
- Common name
- Regal Shields Elephant Ear
- Taxonomy
- Family: Araceae · Genus: Alocasia2
- Native distribution
- None, horticultural hybrid (Florida, USA). Parent species originate from Southeast Asia.
- Height / growth form
- Upright, compact habit; thick, durable, shield-shaped leaves, dark green to almost black on top, with a burgundy-purple underside.
- Synonyms
1 synonyms
- Alocasia Regal Shield
Still missing: plant type, natural habitat, flowering period, growth & dormancy period.
Sources (2)
- Garden.org – Alocasia
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy – Alocasia · Scientific name · CC BY 4.0
Automatic data comes from the open sources above, credited per their licences. Care experience is shown separately below.
Tips & experience from members
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How members water it
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How it thrives
Watermediumgeneral genus data
Lightbright indirectgeneral genus data
Humidityhighgeneral genus data
Min. temperature18 °Cgeneral genus dataNo monthly schedule is shown because cultivar-/species-level data is not yet sufficient. The general values above are guidance only.
Alocasia tip: It often drops leaves in winter – that is rest, not death; water less then.
Regal Shields Elephant Ear – what to know
Regal Shields Elephant Ear (Alocasia 'Regal Shields') belongs to the genus Alocasia (Araceae); there is no species-specific data yet. Native range: None, horticultural hybrid (Florida, USA). Parent species originate from Southeast Asia. Care guidelines: light: bright indirect; water: medium; min. 18 °C. One Perfect Plants Club member grows it (1 photos). For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
All Alocasia species in the catalog →Detailed toxicity data →
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Regal Shields Elephant Ear?
According to the general guideline for the genus Alocasia: Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.
How much light does Regal Shields Elephant Ear need?
According to the general guideline for the genus Alocasia: It likes bright but indirect light, such as near an east- or west-facing window.
How cold can Regal Shields Elephant Ear get?
According to the general guideline for the genus Alocasia: Keep it above 18 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.
Is Regal Shields Elephant Ear toxic to cats and dogs?
For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
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Average watering interval
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Who grows it?
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Questions about this species
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Data sources: GBIF.org – Alocasia (CC BY 4.0) · Care data is for guidance only.
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