{"product_id":"alocasia-reginae-albo","title":"ALOCASIA REGINAE ALBO","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlocasia Reginae Albo: Rare Albo Variegated Borneo Collector's Specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for the Alocasia Reginae Albo? This is one of the most coveted albo-variegated forms of the gorgeous Bornean Alocasia reginae — a species already prized for its blue-green, silvered foliage, here elevated by chimeric albo variegation that produces dramatic cream and white sectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrue Chimeric Albo Variegation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReginae 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' signature silvery, almost-pewter base — a combination that is extraordinarily 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Positioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReginae appreciates bright indirect light, humidity comfortably above 60%, and a chunky, free-draining aroid mix. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRare chimeric albo variegated form of Alocasia reginae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBornean species, native to limestone substrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilvery blue-green base with dramatic cream and white sectoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach leaf is a unique expression of variegation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCannot be tissue-cultured true to type — only specimen-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright indirect light, 60%+ humidity, chunky aroid mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJuvenile specimen, UK-grown and acclimatised\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly sought-after — limited availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA true 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Alocasia Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57612235735388,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/3812\/4380\/files\/IMG_8213.jpg?v=1783194177","url":"https:\/\/www.thealocasiacompany.co.uk\/products\/alocasia-reginae-albo","provider":"The Alocasia Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}