Vancouver Rare Plants
Alocasia Regal Shield Albo - 001
Alocasia Regal Shield Albo - 001
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Alocasia Regal Shield Albo — a large-format, architectural statement plant with broad near-black shield-shaped leaves, white-to-ivory chimeric albo variegation, and deep burgundy-purple undersides. Bred by LariAnn Garner of Aroidia Research (US Plant Patent PP27,050, 2016). Each leaf is unique. Young plants show subtler marbled variegation that becomes bolder and more sectoral as the plant matures — this is normal and characteristic. Ships within Canada as a rooted, individually photographed specimen. What you see is what you receive.
BOTANICAL DETAILS
| Botanical name | Alocasia odora × Alocasia reginula 'Black Velvet' — white variegated form |
| Also listed as | Regal Shield Albo, Regal Shields Albo, Alocasia Regal Shield white variegated, Regal Shield albo variegata, Alocasia x reginora albo |
| Variegation | Chimeric — unstable; white to ivory sectors and marbling; each leaf unique |
| Leaves | Broad, shield-shaped, slightly ruffled; near-black to deep green upper surface; deep burgundy-purple undersides |
| Mature indoor size | 60–120 cm tall (2–4 ft); individual leaves 40–60 cm (16–24 in) — floor plant, not shelf plant |
| Skill level | Intermediate to advanced |
CARE REQUIREMENTS
| ☀️ Light | Bright indirect light — more than most aroids. South or west window with sheer curtain ideal. Grow lights recommended for Canadian winters. No direct sun. |
| 💧 Watering | Water when top 4–5 cm of soil is dry. Drain completely. Never sit in standing water. Adjust by season — less in fall/winter. |
| 💦 Humidity | 60–80% preferred; 50% minimum. Humidifier strongly recommended. Do not mist leaves. Brown edges on white sections = humidity problem first. |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 18–29°C (65–85°F). No cold drafts. Below 15°C triggers dormancy and leaf drop. |
| 🪴 Soil | Chunky aroid mix — 40% orchid bark, 30% coco coir, 20% perlite, 10% compost. Excellent drainage essential. |
| 🌱 Fertiliser | Balanced liquid feed every 4 weeks in spring/summer. None in fall/winter or first 3–4 weeks after arrival. |
| 🐾 Toxicity | Toxic to cats, dogs, and children (calcium oxalates). Keep out of reach. |
ORDERING IS EASY
- Choose Your Favorite Plants: Browse through our selection and pick the plants with your preferred variegation.
- Add to Cart: Once you've found the perfect plant, simply add it to your cart.
- Select Delivery Option: Decide whether you'd like to pick up your plants in person or have them shipped overnight domestically.
- Complete Your Purchase: Finalize your order and get ready to enjoy your new green companions!
LOCAL PICKUP
We don’t have a physical storefront, but if you’re local to Vancouver you can choose free in-person pickup at:
📍Richmond Chinese Baptist Church,
10311 Albion Rd, Richmond, BC V7A 3E5
***Before checkout***
- Choose Store Pickup
- Select your preferred pickup date and time slot
- Add any notes in the Additional Details box.
If the available slots don’t work for you, select any time slot to proceed and then DM Lily on Instagram @vancouverrareplants to arrange a better time.
***At checkout***
- Select Local Pick-up (North Richmond Alliance Church) to waive the shipping fee.
🇨🇦 SHIPPING
Prefer delivery? We offer 1-2 days domestic shipping for a flat rate of
- $19.99 - BC-wide
- $39.99 - Canada-wide (outside BC)
Orders typically ship the following Monday or Tuesday after purchase.
From October to April, all shipments include a heat pack and insulation to protect your plants in transit.
If you’re concerned about weather conditions, DM Lily on Instagram @vancouverrareplants to arrange a suitable shipping date.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is the variegation stable?
No — chimeric and unstable. Each leaf carries white-to-ivory variegation but the pattern, amount, and distribution shifts every flush. Reversion is possible but uncommon in well-selected specimens.
Why does my young plant have lighter variegation?
Normal and characteristic. Young plants produce subtler marbled variegation; it becomes bolder and more sectoral as the plant matures and leaves grow larger. The best variegation comes with time.
Is it the same as Alocasia x reginora?
Yes — Alocasia x reginora is the hybrid name for Alocasia odora × Alocasia reginula. 'Regal Shield' is the cultivar name; Albo is the white-variegated selection.
Is it toxic to pets?
Yes — contains calcium oxalates. Toxic to cats, dogs, and children if ingested.
