{"product_id":"alocasia-regal-shields-80cm-24cm-pot","title":"Alocasia Regal Shields 80cm 24cm Pot","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlocasia Regal Shields is an impressive tropical houseplant renowned for its large, striking foliage and bold architectural presence. This cultivar features dark green arrowhead-shaped leaves with prominent pale veins, offering a dramatic visual contrast highly sought after in interior plant displays. Typically supplied at a height of around 80cm in a 24cm pot, Alocasia Regal Shields performs reliably within wholesale plant supply due to its robust growth habit and adaptability to indoor conditions. Its sustained popularity among trade houseplants is largely driven by consistent quality, making it a dependable choice for garden centres, retailers, and commercial interiors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe foliage of Alocasia Regal Shields is immediately eye-catching, with deep green, glossy leaves marked by crisp, silver-white veins that create a distinct textural effect. The plant’s upright growth habit gives it a statuesque form, ideal for focal points in displays or standalone features in interiors. It adapts well to moderate indirect light but can tolerate a range of indoor lighting conditions, making it versatile in different retail or office environments. This cultivar shows moderate watering tolerance, able to withstand occasional fluctuations in moisture without immediate decline. Its maintenance level is generally low, requiring minimal pruning and easy handling during transport and merchandising. Additionally, the upright leaves retain their rigid structure, enhancing shelf appeal and reducing damage risks in busy retail environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Trade Buyers Choose This Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrade buyers value Alocasia Regal Shields for its commercial reliability, with consistent performance observed across multiple production batches. While minor natural variation in leaf size or vein intensity can occur, it is carefully managed to ensure uniformity and predictability in trade houseplants. The plant’s versatility allows it to transition seamlessly between retail, interiors, and commercial settings without compromising aesthetic appeal. It remains a relevant and sought-after choice within core houseplant ranges due to sustained consumer interest in bold foliage varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTypical Retail Placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlocasia Regal Shields is well suited to retail benching areas, where its impressive leaf structure attracts customer attention. It performs exceptionally well in office or commercial interiors, adding a tropical, sophisticated touch to receptions or communal spaces. The plant’s ability to tolerate varied lighting and minimal care requirements makes it a popular inclusion in interior plant displays. Additionally, it integrates effectively into gift-ready ranges for garden centres looking to diversify their houseplant assortment with premium, visually impactful specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWholesale \u0026amp; Retail Suitability\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlocasia Regal Shields exhibits strong shelf life and durability, maintaining leaf integrity under typical retail lighting and handling. It is highly suitable for volume wholesale plant supply due to reliable production cycles and consistent plant quality. Handling during transport is facilitated by the plant’s sturdy stems and resilient leaves, reducing damage risks. Presentation consistency is maintained by producing well-formed foliage specimens and uniform sizing, ensuring a professional appearance at the point of sale that appeals to trade customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTrade Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe care level for Alocasia Regal Shields is moderate, making it manageable for both retail and commercial maintenance teams with appropriate attention to watering and humidity.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe plant tolerates a range of indoor lighting, thriving best in moderate to bright indirect light but resilient enough for lower light environments.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering resilience allows the plant to cope with occasional irregularities, making it suitable for varied care routines without significant decline.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts upright growth habit maximises merchandising efficiency, offering a distinctive vertical presence that benefits shelf and floor display formats.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlocasia Regal Shields is commercially suitable across retail, interiors, and wholesale plant supply channels, contributing to wide market appeal.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe plant’s sturdy structure and tough leaves support durable handling during transport and in-store display, reducing losses due to damage.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural variation in leaf size and vein prominence is controlled to ensure consistent quality while preserving the cultivar’s character within trade houseplants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HIP","offers":[{"title":"24cm Pot \/ 80cm","offer_id":56655793783110,"sku":"ALREG24100-80cm-24cm-ars-36","price":28.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/8195\/2582\/files\/D6EB1954D25ADA1BF234E0DD7B7017923D141FA439EC0C3F1D524DEB10FF4172.jpg?v=1779824883","url":"https:\/\/wholesaleplantshop.co.uk\/products\/alocasia-regal-shields-80cm-24cm-pot","provider":"Wholesale Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}