Alocasia Black Velvet | 12cm pot Soil & Substrates or training up a support

or training up a support

allowing the spines to better protect it from the desert sun

well drained soil

allowing soil to dry out halfway down between waterings

Please note:

Alocasia Black Velvet | 12cm pot Soil & Substrates or training up a supportAlocasia Black Velvet is the perfect houseplant to make a big impression in small spaces with its large, lush very dark green to black leaves with silver veining. Light: Alocasias need bright, but indirect light. Direct sun will cause the leaves to burn, so avoid placing your Alocasia in a spot where it'll be exposed to direct sun for a prolonged period. This plant is not tolerant of lower light conditions though, so make sure the space you're placing