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Alocasia reginula ( black velvet Alocasia)

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Alocasia Reginula also known as Black Velvet or Jewel Alocasia is a relatively small Alocasia with big, lush, almost black leaves and contrasting, silver veins.Alocasia reginula literally means the “little queen” and so this regal beauty fits the part. In fact, it’s also labelled as a “jewel orchid” for its compact growth, making it one of the few varieties that’s small enough for life in a terrarium. Its small stature and exotic foliage make it an excellent foreground focal piece.

Things To Note

Common Name Alocasia
Maximum Reachable Height 18-24 in. (45-60 cm)24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Flower Colour Yellowish-white
Bloom Time Sow seed at 73f/23c as soon as ripe. Divide the rhizomes, or seperate offsets in spring or summer, root stem cuttings from spring to early summer, sow seed at 73f as soon as ripe
Difficulty Level easy to grow

Planting And Care

Colocasia esculenta isn’t just an ornamental plant either. In many places around the world, this species is grown as a food source. The roots, or tubers, of the plant have a potato-like consistency and can be cooked in a similar manner. Colocasia esculenta is known by many different nick names, including taro root, poi, potato of the tropics, eddo, djamandarrand and papachina.

 Alocasia reginula Care

Grow in partial shade and humusy, moist or wet, slightly acidic soil. Taro can be grown in the ground or in a large aquatic container. Store dormant tubers in a dry, frost-free location.

Sunlight Light ShadePartial to Full Shade
Watering Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Soil Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Temperature 45Â ºF
Fertilizer Apply any organic fertilizer
Harvest Season Sow seed at 73f/23c as soon as ripe. Divide the rhizomes, or seperate offsets in spring or summer, root stem cuttings from spring to early summer, sow seed at 73f as soon as ripe

 Alocasia reginulaSpecial Feature

Lends a large tropical look to gardens, water margins and large containers. Excellent as a specimen or in groups.

 Alocasia reginula Uses

Ornamental Use:

  • The plant is used for ornamental purpose

Medicinal Use:

  • One such plant is Colocasia esculenta Linn, commonly known as taro (English); aravi (Hindi) and alupam (Sanskrit)
  • It is a tall and perennial herbaceous plant growing throughout India
  • Colocasia esculenta Linn

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1 review for Alocasia reginula ( black velvet Alocasia)

  1. Amrutha

    Beautiful plants

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