Alocasia ‘Black Velvet Gold’
Alocasia ‘Black Velvet Gold’ is a compact jewel Alocasia with serious contrast. Its signature deep, nearly black velvety foliage provides the backdrop for warm gold-to-yellow coloration, creating a dramatic look even while the plant is still small.
Black Velvet is loved for its thick, rounded leaves, pronounced venation, and compact growth habit. The Gold form adds another dimension, with the intensity and placement of the golden coloring varying as new foliage develops. It’s an excellent choice for collectors who love darker plants but still want a pop of unexpected color.
Established Starter • Grower’s Choice
This is a Grower’s Choice listing. You will not receive the exact plant pictured. Your plant will be selected from our available inventory and will be similar in size and overall appearance. Variegation, coloring, leaf count, and pattern will naturally vary from plant to plant.
Simple Care
Light: Bright, filtered light
Water: Allow the growing medium to dry moderately before watering again
Humidity: Enjoys moderate to higher humidity with airflow
Soil: Porous, chunky substrate that drains quickly
Temperature: Warm, consistent temperatures are preferred
Fertilizer: Use a diluted fertilizer while the plant is actively producing growth
Care Tip: Black Velvet is a jewel Alocasia and prefers a little more restraint with watering than its tropical appearance might suggest. Its thick leaves and rhizome store moisture well, so keeping the substrate continually saturated can cause problems much faster than allowing it to dry slightly between waterings.
