Black Velvet Alocasia
Alocasia reginula 'Black Velvet'
Black Velvet Alocasia is a tropical plant that thrives in partial shade and moist soil. It grows to about 1m. Tropical foliage plant.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧💧 High (Moist)
Hardiness
🌡️ H1 (Indoor Only)
Size
📏 1.0m tall × 60cm wide
Wildlife
🐝 Tropical foliage plant
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Plant Information
About this plant
Black Velvet Alocasia is a tropical plant that thrives in partial shade and moist soil. It grows to about 1m. Tropical foliage plant.
Latin Name
Alocasia reginula 'Black Velvet'
Family
Hardiness Zone
H1
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
high
Flowering Season
Mature Height
1.0m
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