Alocasia reginae Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Alocasia reginae is a species of the family Araceae, found in Borneo, Indonesia. It is commonly known as the Queen of Alocasia. It features silver-gray heart-shaped leaves with deep, dark veins. With its striking foliage, Alocasia reginae is a must-have for any indoor plant collection.
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Alocasia reginae
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Plant Type
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Houseplants
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Alocasia reginae
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Genus
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Alocasia
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Alocasia reginae Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Alocasia reginae.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Alocasia reginae needs water once every
10 days in 1.5
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Alocasia reginae needs about 0.375 L per 10 days. |
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Alocasia reginae Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Alocasia reginae to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
60°F
to 85°F
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Humidity Preference |
Medium
Alocasia reginae prefers Medium humidity levels, between 40% and 60%. |
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Alocasia reginae Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Alocasia reginae. |
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Suitability in pots |
7L
Alocasia reginae plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 7L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
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Alocasia reginae Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Alocasia reginae plant. |
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Maximum Height |
60 Inches or
2 meters
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Spread |
36 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
Celadon
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Alocasia reginae toxic to pets? |
Yes
Like other Alocasia plants, this variety is toxic to cats and dogs |
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Garden Style |
Mediterranean Garden
Patio And Containers
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Alocasia reginae Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Alocasia reginae, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
root division
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Flowering season |
No flowers
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Alocasia reginae Native Region |
Find out where the Alocasia reginae plant originated. |
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Country |
Indonesia
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