Alocasia 'Regal Shields' XXL
Upright Elephant Ears
An impressively large leafed plant which deserves a beautiful spot in your home. This variety has particularly dramatic dark green leaves with deep purple undersides.
Commonly known as Elephant Ears or Taro, this genus is native to the tropical rainforest of Eastern Australia and Asia.
The root system of Alocasia consist of tuberous rhizomes which store a huge amount excess water and nutrients. For this reason, Alocasia are more prone to overwatering in the UK and the compost should be carefully checked between waterings. They should also be kept at temperatures above 16C.
If kept in the correct conditions these plants are even capable of producing fruit!
Nursery Pot Size: 32cm
Height: 130cm
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Alocasia 'Regal Shields' XXL
Upright Elephant Ears
Care Instructions
Light
Prefers moderate to bright, indirect light. Too much direct sunlight can result in scorched leaves.
Water
Water thoroughly, then allow the top half of the compost to dry out completely before rewatering. This plant stores water and therefore overwatering can cause root rot.
Food
Apply a high quality liquid fertiliser fortnightly in the spring and summer. Do not feed in the autumn and winter months.
Humidity
This plant enjoys high humidity. Place in a bathroom and/or mist regularly with water. Or place on a pebble tray filled with water just below the top of the pebbles.
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