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Alocasia ‘Black Velvet Gold Aurea’
- height Height
- 10 cm
- swap_horiz Pot Size
- 6 cm
- volunteer_activism Care
- Moderate
- wb_sunny Light Needs
- Bright Indirect Light
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- water_drop Watering Needs
- Medium
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A jewel-toned rarity with glowing golden variegation
Alocasia ‘Black Velvet Aurea’ Baby | Fast EU shipping | Grown with love in the EU
Summary: Alocasia ‘Black Velvet Aurea’ is a breathtaking rare houseplant with velvety dark leaves splashed in luminous yellow variegation. This compact baby plant brings dramatic tropical elegance to indoor plants for European homes and is perfect for German apartments with bright indirect light.
✨ Why You'll Love the Alocasia ‘Black Velvet Aurea’
- Rare aurea variegation with glowing golden tones
- Velvety, almost black foliage with striking texture
- Compact baby size: P6 pot, approx. 10 cm height
- Perfect for collectors, terrariums and stylish indoor jungles
- Ideal statement plant for shelves, desks and cabinets
- Fast and secure shipping across Germany and the EU
🌞 Light & Placement
Place your Alocasia ‘Black Velvet Aurea’ in bright, indirect light to maintain strong variegation and healthy growth. Avoid direct midday sun, which may scorch the delicate leaves.
💧 Water & Humidity
Keep the soil lightly moist but never waterlogged. This tropical Alocasia thrives in higher humidity and appreciates stable indoor temperatures, especially during colder European seasons.
🪴 Soil & Potting
Use a chunky, airy aroid substrate with perlite, bark and coco coir for optimal drainage. Avoid heavy soils that retain excess moisture around the roots.
🐾 Toxicity & Safety
Alocasia ‘Black Velvet Aurea’ is not pet-safe. Keep away from cats, dogs and children, as all parts of the plant contain calcium oxalate crystals.
🌱 Growth & Propagation
This compact Alocasia grows slowly and stays relatively manageable indoors. Mature plants may produce offsets that can be divided for propagation.
📆 Seasonal & Special Care
Growth may slow significantly during autumn and winter. Reduce watering slightly during cooler months and protect the plant from temperatures below 15°C.
🐛 Common Issues
- Yellowing leaves: often caused by overwatering
- Crispy edges: low humidity or dry air
- Drooping foliage: inconsistent watering or cold stress
- Pests: monitor for spider mites and thrips
🧬 Botanical Background
Alocasia ‘Black Velvet Aurea’ is a rare variegated form of Alocasia reginula, prized for its dramatic contrast between dark velvety foliage and bright aurea variegation. Native to tropical environments, it thrives best in warm indoor conditions with stable humidity.
🛒 Ready to transform your home into a jungle paradise?
Add Alocasia ‘Black Velvet Aurea’ Baby to your cart and enjoy fast, secure shipping across Germany and the EU!
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Plant care at a glance
| Care factor | Alocasia ‘Black Velvet Gold Aurea’ |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Light | Bright Indirect Light |
| Water | Moderate |
| Humidity | Medium |
| Pet safe | No, toxic if ingested |
| Best for | Indoors |
Shipping Information
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- All orders are subject to a €25 minimum order value requirement
- All orders are hand-picked and shipped from the Netherlands
- Plastic-free materials when possible
- Orders are usually processed in 1-3 working days and shipped via DPD and their international partner carriers
- At times, orders may take up to 7 days to ship
- Orders to Germany Free shipping over €60. Free shipping all other EU countries* at €100 (Except Malta and Cyprus)
- Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on delivery country:
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Size: Baby - P6 H10
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