{"product_id":"alocasia-venusta","title":"Alocasia venusta - rare indoor alocasia with velvety leaves and contrasting veins","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlocasia venusta\u003c\/b\u003e is a highly appreciated tropical indoor plant known for its compact, elegant, and intensely decorative foliage. Its leaves have a velvety texture, dark green color with lighter, well-defined veins, giving it a sophisticated and slightly exotic look. It is an excellent choice for aroid collectors and plant lovers seeking a smaller-sized alocasia with a strong visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDue to its refined appearance and more compact size, Alocasia venusta is suitable for plant displays, bright shelves, tropical corners, or premium indoor collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e🌱 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical characteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFamily:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Araceae\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e tropical indoor plant, decorative for its leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e alocasia\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eForm:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e compact, with orderly growth and elegant appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e arrow-shaped to slightly heart-shaped, velvety, thick, and very decorative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e dark green with lighter veins and pleasant contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneral appearance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e exotic, refined, and very decorative, ideal for rare plant collections and bright interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e💧 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowing and care conditions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e prefers good but indirect light; avoid strong direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e moderate; keep the substrate slightly moist without waterlogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e very well-drained, airy, suitable for aroids and tropical plants sensitive to excess water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e appreciates moderate to high humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e optimal growth range: approximately 18-28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e avoid cold, drafts, and complete drying of the substrate; benefits from stability and a warm environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e🌱 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSecret Garden recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFor healthy roots and spectacular foliage, use the professional Secret Garden substrate for Monstera and tropical plants, a balanced, well-aerated mix with excellent drainage, designed for tropical plants sensitive to excess water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✨ \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes it special:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estands out for its velvety foliage and beautiful vein contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehas a compact form, ideal for smaller spaces or premium collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis a rare alocasia, appreciated by collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eadds an elegant tropical accent without taking up much space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eremains very decorative even in young specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e📌 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Alocasia is a sensitive plant. Therefore, you may receive these plants with some leaf imperfections, but these do not affect the plant’s viability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDecorative pot is not included in the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"10 cm pot","offer_id":48851524452678,"sku":null,"price":17.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/IMG-6412.png?v=1783848157","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-hr\/products\/alocasia-venusta","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}