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Alocasia Regal Shields
AroidsSensitive

Alocasia Regal Shields

Alocasia 'Regal Shields' (odora × reginula)

Lighting
7/10
Humidity
8/10
Water group
Sensitive
SensitivityVery high
Target pH5.8-6.3
PPM with fertilizer80-100
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Lighting
Range, lux3000–15000
Optimal, lux8000
Photoperiod, h10-12
Direct sun✕
Humidity
High (60-70%)
Humidifier or a tray with damp clay pebbles. Wipe large leaves
Depending on the situation
Watering
FrequencyRegular
MethodManual

Keep the soil slightly moist, but without standing water. Let the top layer dry out

Wick wateringNot recommended

High risk of tuber rot

Soil
for tuberous aroids (alocasias)
Mix #13
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Feeding group
Sensitive
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Risks & warnings

  • CRITICAL - tuber rot from overwatering
  • Sensitive to salts in the water

Care notes

  • •Use only RO water (group A)
  • •Large plant — needs space
  • •Hardier than other alocasias, but still sensitive to overwatering