Plant Description
Alocasia Black Velvet Gold: Rare Variegated Houseplant
The Alocasia Black Velvet Gold brings together the familiar Black Velvet characteristics and golden variegation, with pink hues, in an evolution of the compact classic.
Why Collectors Value Black Velvet Gold's Evolving Foliage
This variegated Alocasia cultivar carries all the Black Velvet credentials while adding golden variegation that changes with maturity. As leaves develop they move towards a deep golden yellow, rewarding patient collectors with stronger colouration over time.
A Light-Responsive Collector's Plant
Suited to serious plant enthusiasts, new leaves may start darker green and brighten with plenty of light, which makes for a changeable plant to grow on. This rare golden variegated cultivar combines the compact habit and reliability of Black Velvet with golden variegation patterns that differ from plant to plant.
All plants are grown in Fluval Stratum, our preferred early-stage medium for corms and baby Alocasia, held in our 3D printed Corm Keeper stand. Once fully rooted and at juvenile size we repot into our own pon mix, blended from components in our Soil Ninja range.
Key Features
- Rare golden variegated form of the popular Black Velvet
- Golden variegation with pink hues
- Leaves mature into a deep golden yellow
- Light-responsive variegation that brightens over time
- All the familiar Black Velvet characteristics
- Colour evolution from green to golden
Plant Genus
Lighting Conditions
Alocasia thrive off good lighting. The use of grow lights can help with darker areas of your home.
Humidity & Water
The only rule! Don't over water, keep your substrate moist, not wet. Less is more in every watering. High humidity is essential; aim for 60% or higher. Use a humidifier, pebble tray, or regular misting
Semi Hydro Growing
Using LECA or pon you can grow your plants without soil. Read our blog for more information
Feed Your Plant
Every watering during the growing season (spring & summer) using a water-soluble nutrients
Pet Safety
Alocasia contain insoluble calcium oxalates and can be toxic if ingested by cats, dogs, or children
