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Alocasia clypeolata
Green Shield Alocasia
Quick Facts
Morphology
About
Alocasia clypeolata, commonly called Green Shield for its rounded, shield-like leaf shape, is a Malaysian species with silvery-green, metallic-sheened foliage and prominent dark venation. Its compact rosette habit and eye-catching leaf sheen have made it a popular addition among jewel Alocasia collectors, occupying a similar niche to Alocasia baginda but with its own distinct rounder leaf shape and vein pattern.
Native Range
Malaysia
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Before You Buy
Species-specific things to check when evaluating a listing
- Check the corm/base is firm, not soft or mushy
- Confirm at least one healthy leaf or visible growth point
- Inspect for spider mites on leaf undersides, a common Alocasia pest
Propagation Guide
Growing More Plants
3-6 months
Cultivar character is preserved through vegetative cuttings
Corm offsets can be separated once they develop their own root system.
Care Guide
Growing Conditions
Chunky, well-draining aroid mix: 40% potting compost, 30% perlite, 20% orchid bark, 10% horticultural charcoal.
Water when the top 3-4 cm of substrate is dry.
65-85% preferred for the best leaf sheen.
Balanced liquid fertiliser at half strength every 4 weeks during active growth.
Every 12-18 months, or when offsets crowd the pot.
Common Problems
Sudden leaf drop and dormancy
Normal seasonal response to cooler temperatures or reduced light
Reduce watering and wait — the corm typically resprouts once conditions improve
Spider mites
Low humidity and dry air
Increase humidity and inspect leaf undersides regularly
A Shield Among Jewels
Clypeolata's rounded, shield-like leaf shape sets it apart from the more elongated, pointed foliage of many jewel Alocasia relatives — a distinctive silhouette to go with its metallic sheen.