Description
Alocasia Black Velvet is a species of tropical plant native to Southeast Asia, known for its large, velvety leaves with a dark, almost black color.
With distinct, dark leaves coated in velvet, the Alocasia Black Velvet is a regal beauty appreciated for its signature soft leaves. Commonly known as a jewel or little queen alocasia, this indoor plant is compact which makes for a perfect desk or tabletop plant.
Plant care:
- Bright, indirect light
- Keep soil moist but not waterlogged
- High humidity
- Avoid cold drafts
- Fertilize monthly during growing season
Note: Make sure to keep Alocasia away from direct sunlight, which can scorch their leaves, and allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent root rot.
Plant sold in 10-12cm growing pot. Photos are showing sample plant in the grade.
We post plants safely nationwide.
Delivery
We aim to offer the best shipping rates in New Zealand on everything we sell. It’s always our priority that your plants arrives at their destination in great condition.
All plants will be wrapped carefully.
Delivery Time
We currently dispatch orders on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday each week ONLY to avoid delay at the courier over weekend. If your order is placed after COB Wed, it will be dispatched the following Monday.
Our parcels are handled by NZPost. North Island are overnight, South Island are 2 -3 days
However, if you need an urgent delivery, please contact us directly via sales@urbanroots.co.nz we will try our best to help you.
Delivery Addresses
We accept both business, residential addresses for delivery and PO Boxes
Returns and Refunds
Due to the fragile nature of plants your order cannot be exchanged or returned should you change your mind.
In the very rare instance that your plant is damaged in transit please send us photographic evidence of the damage so that we can raise a claim with our courier company. We can then replace or refund your purchase.
Rochelle (verified owner) –
Such a gorgeous plant. It arrived safe and sound, being so well packaged. And with good instructions on how to care for it
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Ingrid Anderson (verified owner) –
I was really happy to receive this plant for free with an order. It’s really healthy and survived a hot journey with the courier. Now I have 2!
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