Plant Description
Alocasia Reginae Albo: Rare Albo Variegated Borneo Collector's Specimen
This is one of the most coveted albo-variegated forms of the Bornean Alocasia reginae, a species already prized for its blue-green, silvered foliage and here carrying chimeric albo variegation that produces cream and white sectors.
True Chimeric Albo Variegation
Reginae Albo is genuinely chimeric, meaning the variegation is generated at the meristem and cannot be reliably tissue-cultured true to type. Each leaf is a unique expression of cream and white sectoring against the species' silvery, almost-pewter base, a combination that is very difficult to find in the UK. As with all albo cultivars, expression can shift between leaves and reversion is always a possibility. This is part of the appeal for collectors and is best managed by leaving variegated growth points intact when pruning.
Care and Positioning
Reginae appreciates bright indirect light and humidity comfortably above 60%. Variegated sectors are more vulnerable to scorch, so filtered light is essential. A gentle balanced feed programme during active growth will support steady leaf production. Reginae enjoys consistent warmth and benefits from established root systems, so we recommend gradual acclimatisation to your conditions after arrival.
All plants are grown in Fluval Stratum, our preferred early-stage medium for corms and baby Alocasia, held in our 3D printed Corm Keeper stand. Once fully rooted and at juvenile size we repot into our own pon mix, blended from components in our Soil Ninja range.
Key Features
- Rare chimeric albo variegated form of Alocasia reginae
- Bornean species, native to limestone substrates
- Silvery blue-green base with cream and white sectoring
- Each leaf is a unique expression of variegation
- Cannot be tissue-cultured true to type, only specimen-grown
- Bright indirect light, 60%+ humidity, chunky aroid mix
- Juvenile specimen, UK-grown and acclimatised
- Grown in moss (TC)
A collector's specimen for those building a serious variegated Alocasia collection. Get in touch with the team at The Alocasia Company if you'd like care guidance before purchase.
Plant Genus
Lighting Conditions
Alocasia thrive off good lighting. The use of grow lights can help with darker areas of your home.
Humidity & Water
The only rule! Don't over water, keep your substrate moist, not wet. Less is more in every watering. High humidity is essential; aim for 60% or higher. Use a humidifier, pebble tray, or regular misting
Semi Hydro Growing
Using LECA or pon you can grow your plants without soil. Read our blog for more information
Feed Your Plant
Every watering during the growing season (spring & summer) using a water-soluble nutrients
Pet Safety
Alocasia contain insoluble calcium oxalates and can be toxic if ingested by cats, dogs, or children
