The Alocasia Black Velvet, common name Black Velvet Elephant Ear, is becoming increasingly popular as an indoor plant due to its remarkable visual appeal.
Unlike wider Alocasia varieties, which can adapt to full sun conditions, Black Velvet Alocasia thrives in bright indirect light – similar to tropical jungle floor conditions.
As you would expect, this tropical plant needs warmth and high humidity levels to thrive. Drafty, cold, dry rooms and air-conditioned environments do not help this unique plant.
Root rot is a common problem for the Alocasia Black Velvet, so selecting a tropical mix with sand, orchid bark, and loam would be a good idea to provide necessary drainage and root aeration as well well.