How to care for a Alocasia Black Velvet

How To Care for an Alocasia Black Velvet

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Sunlight requirements

Thrives in medium to bright indirect light. Not suited for direct sun or low light. Alocasia can go into a dormancy phase and dieback during winter. Increasing light and humidity can help deter this.

Watering requirements

Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out half way down between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light. This plant can benefit from extra humidity. Alocasia plants can be sensitive to hard tap water. Try using filtered water or leaving water out overnight before using.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This plant may NOT be suitable for a home with pets.

Fun Fact

The leaves on this plant are black because they have evolved to absorb light across the entire visible light spectrum; while their white veins do the opposite and reflect most light.

Plant Origin

Southeast Asia

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Alocasia Black Velvet:
  • Yellow leaves, wet potting mix: 

Overwatering

  • Drooping, leaf curl, dry potting mix: 

Thirsty plant, underwatered

  • Leaf drop, etiolation: 

Not enough light