Which Alocasia variety to choose?

The Alocasia genus offers a great diversity of shapes, colors, and sizes. Here is how the Alocasia Regal Shield stands out from other varieties in our catalog:

• Alocasia Regal Shield (this plant): very large dark green shield-shaped leaves with deep purple underside, imposing stature (90 cm). Majestic XXL version.
• Alocasia Macrorrhiza: huge shiny green leaves, very imposing stature (120 cm). Giant tropical version.
• Alocasia Gageana California: very large thick leaves with very pronounced veins (85 cm). XXL textured version.
• Alocasia Wentii: bronze green foliage with purple underside (60 cm). Elegant bicolor version.
• Alocasia Lauterbachiana: elegant elongated wavy leaves (65 cm). Elongated graphic version.
• Alocasia Zebrina: spectacular striped stems, dark green foliage (55 cm). Decorative stem version.
• Alocasia Cucullata: shiny heart-shaped green foliage, robust (50 cm). Easy green version.
• Alocasia Polly (Amazonica): dark green foliage with silvery white veins, compact stature (40 cm). Classic graphic version.
• Alocasia Bambino Arrow: compact arrow-shaped foliage (40 cm). Elegant compact version.
• Alocasia Red Secret: burgundy red foliage turning green (35 cm). Spectacular colorful version.

Why choose the Alocasia Regal Shield? If you are looking for a majestic Alocasia with very large shield-shaped leaves featuring a spectacular deep purple underside and an imposing stature, the Regal Shield is the perfect choice. It is an impressive centerpiece for large spaces.

Exposure & location

Alocasia Regal Shield enjoys bright indirect light to maintain its vibrant dark green foliage and bronze-purple highlights. It tolerates partial shade but prefers a bright location for vigorous growth.

• Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sun.
• Ideal: living room, office, entrance, large spaces, or room with window without direct sunlight.
• Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes.
• Substrate: light, airy, and well-draining, universal potting soil with perlite.

Verdeia tip: the Alocasia Regal Shield is an imposing plant that needs space to spread its large majestic leaves.

Watering & care

• Watering: moderate; let the top 2-3 cm of substrate dry out between waterings.
• Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, reduce to once every 2 weeks in winter.
• Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and well-draining substrate.
• Humidity: enjoys 60-70% humidity, mist occasionally or place near other plants.
• Fertilizer: once a month in spring-summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
• Cleaning: gently wipe the large leaves with a damp cloth to preserve their shiny glow and reveal the purple underside.

Alocasia prefers a slightly moist substrate but never waterlogged — avoid excess water that causes leaves to yellow.

Decor ideas & plant pairings

With its very large shield-shaped leaves and spectacular deep purple underside, the Alocasia Regal Shield brings a touch of sophistication and an impressive architectural presence to your urban jungle. It creates a dramatic and majestic focal point.

• To pair with: Monstera, Strelitzia, Ficus, Philodendron, or other large tropical plants to create a lush and imposing urban jungle.
• Ideal pot: decorative pot in matte ceramic (white, gray, black, terracotta) or large woven basket to showcase the majestic foliage.
• Atmosphere: perfect as a centerpiece in a living room, office, entrance, or large space to add a touch of sophistication.

The very large leaves with deep purple undersides create a spectacular dramatic effect that brings sophistication and architectural presence to your plant decor.

Verdeia Tips

• Provide bright indirect light: to maintain its vibrant dark green foliage and bronze-purple highlights.
• Regularly wipe the large leaves: to preserve their shiny brilliance and reveal the spectacular purple underside.
• Mist the foliage: to enhance its tropical freshness and maintain humidity.
• Avoid drafts: Alocasia is sensitive to temperature changes.
• Enjoy its vigorous growth: the Alocasia Regal Shield grows quickly and produces spectacular new leaves.

A true tropical gem, the Alocasia Regal Shield captivates with its very large dark green shield-shaped leaves with a spectacular deep purple underside. A majestic centerpiece ideal for bringing sophistication and architectural presence to your urban jungle.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Alocasia 'Regal Shield'
• Common name: Alocasia Regal Shield, Elephant Ear
• Family: Araceae
• Origin: tropical forests of Southeast Asia (hybrid)
• Dimensions at delivery: Ø21 × H90 cm
• Adult size: up to 120–150 cm indoors
• Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sunlight
• Watering: moderate, let the top 2-3 cm dry out between waterings
• Care: easy (perfect for beginners)
• Toxicity to animals: toxic (calcium oxalate crystals)
• Decorative style: Majestic / Imposing / Sophisticated
• Particularity: very large shield-shaped leaves, shiny dark green with deep purple underside, bronze-purple highlights, air-purifying plant, easy to care for, vigorous growth, imposing habit

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of the bronze-purple highlights and the density of the foliage naturally vary.