Alocasia x ‘Regal Shield’ - Regal Shield Alocasia

Ed's Plant Shop

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$24.99
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Description

Tropical Majesty for Your Indoor Jungle

Bring bold, tropical drama to your home with the Regal Shield Alocasia. Known for its stunning, dark green leaves with contrasting light veins, this striking plant makes an unforgettable statement in any room. With its upright growth habit and shield-like leaves that can reach up to 3 feet in length, the Regal Shield offers not just beauty but a lush, sculptural presence.

Whether you're a seasoned collector or a new plant parent, the Regal Shield is a rewarding choice for bright, humid spaces.


Plant Profile

  • Botanical Name: Alocasia x ‘Regal Shield’
  • Common Names: Regal Shield Alocasia, Elephant Ear
  • Family: Araceae
  • Native Range: Hybrid cultivar with African and Southeast Asian heritage

Regal Shield Alocasia Care Guide

  • Care Level: Moderate
  • Light: Bright, indirect light (protect from harsh afternoon sun)
  • Water: Water thoroughly when the top 2–3 inches of soil are dry; avoid letting it sit in water
  • Humidity: High humidity (over 50%) preferred
  • Temperature: 60–80°F (16–27°C); avoid cold drafts below 55°F
  • Pruning: Remove any yellowing or damaged leaves as needed
  • Feeding: Use a diluted general houseplant fertilizer once a month during spring and summer
  • Propagation: By division during repotting
  • Growth: Rapid grower; can reach 3–6 feet tall at maturity indoors
  • Pests: Watch for spider mites, aphids, mealybugs, and scale
  • Toxicity: Toxic if ingested by humans or pets

Fun Fact About Regal Shield Alocasia

The Regal Shield Alocasia can develop massive, shield-like leaves that span up to 3 feet in length—helping improve air quality by increasing oxygen production. Its continuous leaf production throughout the growing season keeps it looking lush and dramatic year-round.


Cultivar History

A hybrid from the Alocasia genus, Regal Shield was bred for its combination of deep green leaf coloration, prominent veining, and resilient indoor performance. Its ancestry traces back to tropical Africa and Southeast Asia, where Alocasias have long been prized for their grand foliage. With its unique coloring and adaptability, Regal Shield quickly became a favorite for indoor jungles and designer interiors alike.


Want More Info About How To Keep Your 'Regal Shield' Alocasia Healthy? 

Check out our complete Alocasia Care Guide for pro-level advice on watering, lighting, humidity hacks, and more—helping you grow massive, healthy leaves that will be the envy of every plant parent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping

How do you ship your plants?

We carefully package each plant with love by hand right from our shop in Brooklyn. Extra steps are taken to ensure that every leaf arrives in pristine shape by using polyfill and encapsulating the plant in a protective paper sleeve. The soil is also hydrated before shipping so that the plant has plenty of water for it's travel to your doorstep. We offer several shipping speeds, so please choose the one that you feel comfortable with depending on your location. 

Will my plant look like the one on the website?

Awesome question, we're glad you asked. Given the nature of our plant shop, we're constantly moving plants in and out of the shop, making it difficult and borderline impossible to keep an exact picture of each plant. In addition to the constantly rotating crop, we often grow in batches of 6, 12, or sometimes more! With this quantity we are unable to take a photo of each and every plant. The photos that we attach to each product listing is going to be of a plant that represents the average size and fullness of that set of plants. Some may be slightly larger or smaller, but in general, similar.

Do you include heat packs with your plants?

We offer Heat Packs for sale separately from the plants in 40, 60 and 72 hour increments. Please add a heat pack or two to your order if you live in an area where your order may be affected during transit by cold temperatures. We are not responsible for orders that are placed and damage is incurred to the plant if a heat pack is not purchased.

Which heat pack should I choose?

Heat packs come in three different increments, so please choose the appropriate hour increment depending on the speed of shipping that you choose during checkout. For example, if you choose a cheaper shipping option that will take longer, please select the 72 hour heat pack. If you've chosen a shorter method of shipping, the 40 or 60 hour increment would work! We like to encourage our customers to always get more than you need, just to be on the safe side!

How long will it take to receive my order?

Standard shipping normally takes 3-5 days. Next day shipping is available on all domestic orders (for an additional charge). International shipping times depend on the products and destination (estimated at checkout).

Do you offer express shipping?

All orders are shipped 5-8 business days from the date it is placed. Please note that as a small plant shop, we do everything in our power to get orders out as fast as we can in the order that they come in. If you have circumstances that require expedited fulfillment, please connect with you and we can potentially offer options. 

What countries do you ship to?

We ship our selection of rare, healthy, and unique houseplants all across the United States including California. At this time, due to customs and agricultural limitations, we are unable to ship plants internationally from the United States.

Returns and Refunds

How do I return a product?

Items must be returned within 30 days after receiving your order. Items must be returned in the same condition in which they were received, be unworn/unused, have any tags still attached, and include all the original packaging.

How long will it take to receive my refund?

Refunds are processed within 7 days from when we receive the item(s).

What should I do if my plant arrives in poor shape? 

In the extremely unlikely event that your plant arrives in less than perfect condition, you're covered by our 15-day plant health guarantee. Simply snap a photo of your plant and send it over to us. We'll happily take a peek and offer suggestions on how to perk it back up, offer a store credit, or send a replacement. We like to make it as easy as possible!

Can I return or exchange a plant?

At this time, we do not accept returns on plants. In extreme circumstances where a return of a plant is necessary, the customer is responsible for the return shipping and a refund will only be issued if the plant arrives back to us in living condition.