Alocasia chienlii 'Antoro Velvet' - rare variety with velvety dark green foliage

Alocasia chienlii ‘Antoro Velvet’ is a spectacular Alocasia variety, highly prized for its velvety, deep dark green leaves with prominent veins and an elegant texture. The plant has a compact growth habit, with elongated, slightly lance-shaped leaves that add an exotic touch of refinement to indoor plant collections. It is an ideal choice for lovers of rare, decorative tropical plants.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Alocasia chienlii ‘Antoro Velvet’

• Family: Araceae

• Growth type: Tropical perennial, grown for its foliage

• Leaves: Lance-shaped, velvety dark green with lighter-colored veins, very elegant

• Flowers: Typical aroid inflorescences (spadix with spathe), rarely appearing indoors

🌞 Growing conditions:

• Light: Prefers indirect, filtered light; avoid direct exposure to strong sunlight

• Watering: Moderate; keep the substrate slightly moist, but not waterlogged

• Optimal temperature: 18–26°C; does not tolerate temperatures below 15°C

• Humidity: Moderate to high; appreciates a humid environment, away from cold drafts

• Soil: Loose, rich in organic matter, and well-draining 

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  🌱 Secret Garden recommendation:

  👉 For healthy roots and lush foliage, use Secret Garden Professional Substrate for Tropical Plants (Araceae Mix) — a balanced mix of peat, pine bark, perlite, and coco fiber, specially designed for Alocasia, Philodendron, Monstera, and other tropical plants sensitive to excess water.

✨ Benefits and uses:

• A rare collector’s plant with striking velvety foliage

• Compact growth habit, ideal for modern spaces and aroid collections

• Adds an exotic, sophisticated accent to any interior

• Pairs easily with other plants with contrasting foliage (light green, silver, variegated)

⚠️ Note: Alocasia is a sensitive plant. You may receive plants with some blemishes on the leaves, but these do not affect the plant’s viability.

Height including pot: approx. 25 cm