Black Velvet Care

If you want to keep Alocasia Reginula happy, you must keep her in a very well aerated potting mix that dries out completely between waterings.

It's often best to wait before cutting yellow leaves off an Alocasia until the leaves have turned completely yellow and died. Even a leaf that is partially yellow can still be providing energy for the plant and removing it too early can do more harm than good.

Alocasias are very heavy feeders, and fertilizing alocasia plants frequently is the only way to keep up with their appetite. Before planting your alocasias, mix 2 pounds (1 kg.) of slow-release fertilizer per 100 square feet (9.5 sq. m.).

It needs a bright indirect light and water whenever the top layer of soil feels dry. Best for a 4"-5" pot with drainage.

Alocasia Mandalay prefers moderately acidic (5.6–6.0) to slightly acidic (6.1–6.5) soil.

Ideal temperatures should be approximately 65-75ºF + (18-24ºC +)...closer to 70ºF is best.

Alocasia Black Velvet contains needle-shaped calcium oxalate crystals which can irritate the mouth and digestive system. It is toxic to cats and dogs; keep children away.

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