Alocasia Black Velvet

The Alocasia Black Velvet - the houseplant equivalent of a little black dress! This stunning beauty will elevate any space with its sleek and sophisticated appearance. The velvety black leaves are as soft to the touch as they are easy on the eyes, and the contrasting veins add a touch of drama to its already captivating charm.

But don't let its elegant demeanor fool you - this plant is as tough as nails. It can handle a variety of lighting conditions, from low to bright indirect light, and only needs watering once a week to keep it looking its best. Plus, its compact size makes it the perfect addition to any desk, shelf, or windowsill.

So whether you're looking to add a touch of class to your home or office, the Alocasia Black Velvet is a perfect choice. Just be prepared for all the compliments that are sure to come your way!

Available in the following packaging based on your preference:

• Nursery Pot - Standard plastic 4-inch or 6-inch planter pot that can be placed inside a larger pot or left as is until it outgrows it.
• Valentina Terracotta Pot 6" - a beautiful molded terracotta pot that is porous and fire glazed to allow plant roots to breathe; color works well with any decor and will develop a beautiful patina color over time. Includes matching dish underneath to catch water drainage and protect surfaces. 
• Selene Planter - Porcelain 6-inch pot ceramic marble planter with drainage hole and matching rose gold ceramic tray. The planter measures: 7.5" x 6.5" x 6.5" and weighs approximately 3.7 lbs. We recommend placing your plant inside the nursery pot to make it easy to water and transplant.
• Athena Planter - Porcelain 5.5-inch pot ceramic marble planter with drainage hole and matching rose gold ceramic tray. The planter measures: 5.5" x 5.5" x 6" and weighs approximately 1.2 lbs. We recommend placing your plant in the nursery pot inside it to make it easy to water and transplant.

Looking for more plant goodies? Check out our accessories.

For added humidity, our Lyfe Rose Gold Signature Mister will make a perfect addition to your plant shelf for both function and beauty. We also recommend adding our Plant Shield & Shine to your order for routine maintenance and pest prevention.  

All our plants ship exclusively with UPS to ensure they arrive timely and in good condition. We ship most of our plants Mondays & Tuesdays to most of the USA to ensure they arrive speedy to your location. If you order on a Tuesday after 12 PM ET it is possible that we would not ship it till the following Monday.

We monitior the weather in each destination location to maximize the shipping time and utilize thermal protection to ensure that the plant is protected. You can add a heatpack or thermal bag to your order if temperatures at night fall below 40 degrees.

You can visit our shipping policy to learn more.