How to grow and care for Alocasia 'Regal Shield'
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Alocasia 'Regal Shield'
Alocasia 'Regal Shield' 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Medium
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
water
How to water Alocasia 'Regal Shield'
How often should I water?
check Alocasia 'Regal Shield' Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Alocasia 'Regal Shield' need?
Medium
Grow light
Low
Light preference
Alocasia 'Regal Shield' likes Medium, Low, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
500 ~ 2K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
500
2K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
3~42℃
45
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Alocasia 'Regal Shield' at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
0
40~70%
100
Alocasia 'Regal Shield' prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
---|---|
Lifespan | Perennial |
Hardiness Zone | 9 - 13 |
Is Alocasia 'Regal Shield' toxic?
Alocasia 'Regal Shield' is dangerous to Hamster, Dog
Hamster
Dog
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