‘Antoro Velvet’ is a velvety-leaved Alocasia with deep green blades and striking venation, prized for its plush texture and compact habit—perfect for display cabinets.
Full Botanical Name: Alocasia chienlii ‘Antoro Velvet’
Common Names: Antoro Velvet Alocasia
Country and/or Region of Origin: Cultivar; species native to tropical Asia
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Shaded, humid forest floor conditions
Care Guide
Care Guide:
Light: Medium–bright, indirect
Ideal Room: Humid plant cabinet or bathroom window
Feeding: Dilute aroid fertilizer monthly in growth
Humidity: 60–80%
Ideal Temperature: 18–27°C
Watering: Evenly moist; never waterlogged
Pet/Child Safe:Toxic — calcium oxalates cause oral pain and GI upset if ingested
Soil Type: Airy, free-draining aroid mix
Propagation: Division
Eventual Height and Spread: 25–40 cm; compact
Growth Rate: Moderate
Pests and Treatment: Mites/mealybugs; wipe and treat early
