Indoor · Bright light
Alocasia Black Velvet
AED 152each, 10-20 cm, Nursery Pot
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- Alocasia Black Velvet, 10-20 cm, Nursery Pot × 1
- AED 152
- Total
- AED 152
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About this plant
Alocasia Black Velvet suits indoor spots with bright, indirect light, no direct midday sun. Listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs, so keep it away from pets.
Wants bright, indirect light and no direct midday sun, to show velvety, near-black leaves with silver veins.
Alocasia Black Velvet (Alocasia reginula 'Black Velvet') is a compact jewel Alocasia from the forests of Borneo. It has thick, heart-shaped leaves with a soft, velvety surface in almost black green, crossed by bright silvery veins. It stays small, usually around 30–45 cm, and grows slowly.
In Dubai, Alocasias enjoy the warmth but find air-conditioned rooms dry, which shows as crispy leaf edges. Bright, indirect light, a humid spot (a pebble tray or grouping plants helps) and careful watering keep them healthy. They are sensitive to wet roots, and many drop an older leaf whenever they push a new one, or rest in the cooler months. Direct sun through glass and cold AC drafts damage the leaves, and they are not plants for outdoor balconies in summer.
Black Velvet suits desks, shelves and plant collections in bright rooms, and it looks good under a glass cloche or in a humid corner. We offer it at around 10–20 cm, in a nursery pot or a ceramic pot.
- Sizes
- 10 cm
- Watering
- Every 5–7 days in summer indoors, when the top 3–4 cm of soil is dry; every 10–14 days in winter
Why people love it
- Near-black velvety leaves with silver veins look dramatic.
- Stays small enough for a bookshelf.
- The silver veins catch the light nicely.
Light
Bright, indirect light; no direct midday sun
AC
Keep it 1 metre from vents
Pets
Listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs (insoluble calcium oxalates; can cause oral irritation, pain and swelling of the mouth, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing).
Worth knowing
- Toxic to cats and dogs per the ASPCA, so place it out of reach.
- Velvet leaves hold dust and dislike being wiped hard.
- It sulks and drops leaves in dry AC air.
Why Green Beetle, not a nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Care guide for Dubai homes
How to keep Alocasia Black Velvet healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Bright, indirect light; no direct midday sun. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 5–7 days in summer indoors, when the top 3–4 cm of soil is dry; every 10–14 days in winter. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: chunky, airy aroid mix (bark, perlite and potting soil) that drains fast. Feeding: a balanced liquid feed at half strength every 3–4 weeks from March to October. Common mistake: watering too often; its thick leaves and small roots prefer to dry out slightly between drinks. Where it works: bright desks, shelves and humid plant corners.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs (insoluble calcium oxalates; can cause oral irritation, pain and swelling of the mouth, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing).
Need help later on?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
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Alocasia Black Velvet FAQs
Will it cope with AC in Dubai?
It copes, but dry AC air can crisp the leaf edges. Place it away from vents and group it with other plants or use a pebble tray for extra humidity.
How big does it get?
It stays compact, usually around 30–45 cm tall indoors, which makes it good for small spaces.
Why is my Alocasia losing leaves?
Alocasias often drop an older leaf when they push a new one, or after a move. Steady loss usually means wet roots or very dry AC air.
Is it toxic to pets?
Yes. The ASPCA lists Alocasia as toxic to cats and dogs because of insoluble calcium oxalates, so keep it away from pets.
Questions about Alocasia Black Velvet?
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