Alocasia chienlii 'Antoro Velvet'

The species has not yet been officially described, but it will probably be called Alocasia chienlii. It is a reference to the photographer and botanist Ch'ien Lee who discovered several species in Indonesia.

She is the only known variety of alocasia with velvety leaves. Currently, the name "Antoro velvet" is widely used, with Antoro being an Indonesian plant collector who first brought this species into cultivation in 2017.

Care: Provide a very permeable soil with organic material and water the plant regularly when the humidity is relatively low. A bright place without direct sunlight is best.

Botanical description

Scientific name: Alocasia chienlii

Origin: It is a rare species from Nanga Mahap in southern Borneo. There it is mainly found on stony slopes in the rainforest.

Extinction risk: Unknown

Leaf: Adult leaves can become very dark and sometimes almost black. The hairy, dark color and gloss of the leaves make this species a special sight. The leaves can be about 30 cm, are arrow-shaped and have dark red to purple petioles. As in love with this new rare plant as we are? Buy Alocasia chienlii 'Antoro Velvet' online.