Alocasia reginula

Species · Alocasia

A Sabah species with thick leaves, very dark matte green above and purple-flushed beneath.

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The source identifies a cultivated Alocasia reginula; its location does not establish native range or cultivar identity.

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General guidance for Alocasia

General guidance for this genus. Individual species and cultivars can need different conditions.

Light: Bright, indirect; shade strong sun.
Water: Established pots: top 5 cm dry → water.
Warmth and humidity: Common forms growing: >16°C. A. tandurusa (‘Jacklyn’): 60–80% humidity.
Dormancy: Water sparingly.

Documented wild populations grow on heavily shaded karst limestone cliffs in Sabah.

Collector notes

It was first described from cultivated plants of uncertain origin; later records placed wild populations in Sabah's Tabin Wildlife Reserve.

Names & identity

Alocasia reginula is a recognised species in the genus Alocasia. Chonk keeps this permanent identity page separate from individual seller adverts.

Related by genus, not exact matches. Care requirements can differ.

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Plant information

Introduction · About this plant · Collector notes

Checked 2026-09-24.

Growth habit

Checked 2026-09-24.