{"product_id":"black-velvet-alocasia-live-plant-4-6-inches-alocasia-reginula","title":"Black Velvet Alocasia Live Plant – 4–6 Inches – Alocasia reginula","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Velvet Alocasia (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlocasia reginula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a compact tropical foliage plant known for its dark, velvety leaves with contrasting silver-green veining. It is commonly grown as an indoor container plant and can also be grown outdoors in suitably warm climates. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlocasia reginula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an accepted species native to Borneo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis listing includes 1 live rootball plant approximately 4–6 inches tall. The plant ships without a pot. It prefers warm, humid conditions, bright indirect or filtered light, and evenly moist but well-draining soil. UF\/IFAS lists Alocasia generally as suitable for containers and houseplant use and notes that Alocasia species are not known to be invasive in Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: The seller describes this plant as “pet safe” and “child safe,” but UF\/IFAS advises that Alocasia plants are toxic if ingested. Keep this plant away from children and pets that may chew or ingest plant material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 BULLET POINTS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 1 live Black Velvet Alocasia rootball plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Scientific name: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlocasia reginula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Approx. 4–6 inches tall at time of shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Ships without a pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Dark foliage with contrasting silver-green coloration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Compact clumping growth habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Evergreen tropical foliage plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Suitable for indoor container growing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Can be grown outdoors in suitable warm climates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Prefers low to medium light or bright indirect light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Prefers evenly moist, well-draining soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Seller describes the plant as organic; certification is not independently verified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🧾 MATERIALS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 1 live \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlocasia reginula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rootball plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• No pot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📋 ATTRIBUTES:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name: Black Velvet Alocasia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlocasia reginula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type: Live tropical foliage houseplant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLife Cycle: Perennial, evergreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower\/Fruit Color: Not specified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight: Low to medium light; bright indirect light preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Loose, well-draining organic-rich mix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater: Heavy\/regular moisture; avoid waterlogged soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSDA Zone: 10–12 outdoors according to seller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❓ FAQ:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. What USDA zones are suitable for Black Velvet Alocasia?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe seller lists USDA Zones 10–12 for outdoor growing. In cooler regions, it is generally grown as an indoor container plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. What sunlight does Black Velvet Alocasia need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt prefers bright indirect or filtered light and can tolerate lower light conditions, although growth may be slower. Direct sunlight can scorch the foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. How much water does Black Velvet Alocasia need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe seller lists heavy watering. The provided care information recommends keeping the soil evenly moist while allowing the upper layer to dry somewhat between waterings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. What is the growth habit of Black Velvet Alocasia?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a compact, clumping perennial foliage plant with dark, velvety leaves and contrasting veins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. Can Black Velvet Alocasia be grown in a container?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. 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