Black Velvet Alocasia (aka Alocasia reginula)

• Location:

  I originate in Southeast Asia, and I probably come from the jungles of Borneo.

• Looks:

  I have luscious black, velvety leaves with deep, light green veining.

• Height:

  I am a compact variety and will not grow above 35cm tall.

• Environment:

  I like bright light but keep me out of the sun.

• Flowers:

  With leaves like this, who needs flowers!

• Grooming:

  Trim off straggly leaves, I should not need much pruning.

• Life Span:

  I can live a long time in the right conditions.

• Feeding:

  Let my soil dry out completely before watering. I will not cope with sitting in wet soil. A well draining compost is essential.

• Fact:

  There are 79 species of Alocasia growing in the wild.