Alocasia Infernalis Black Magic (Rare) $35
Available in 100mm pots
To keep the Alocasia Fernnails happy You need to give it the right amount of light otherwise it’s leaves will droop.
This plant is a drama Queen and only needs watering when the top 2 inches of soil is dry.
It also likes to be slightly Root Bound.
Back in stock Mid January
Available in 100mm pots
To keep the Alocasia Fernnails happy You need to give it the right amount of light otherwise it’s leaves will droop.
This plant is a drama Queen and only needs watering when the top 2 inches of soil is dry.
It also likes to be slightly Root Bound.
Back in stock Mid January
Available in 100mm pots
To keep the Alocasia Fernnails happy You need to give it the right amount of light otherwise it’s leaves will droop.
This plant is a drama Queen and only needs watering when the top 2 inches of soil is dry.
It also likes to be slightly Root Bound.
Back in stock Mid January
The Alocasia infernalis (also known as Black Magic) is a must-have if you are into collecting rare plants. In this care guide, you will learn exactly how to grow and care for this special Alocasia.
In the right light conditions, the leaves of the "Black Panther" will amaze you with their shimmery metallic black-purple reddish gleam which will deepen as the plant matures. On top of that, these arrow-shaped leaves have big veins all over them.
This exotic house plant is native to Southeast Malaysia Eastern Forest and has earned its nickname because of its black leaves. It will grow to about 22 inches (55cm) tall with leaves growing to about 6 inches (15cm) wide. Because it's a small plant, it can easily be grown in a terrarium. or under a small grow light.
To fully understand this plant, here are the best tips and tricks that you can use, including how to water the plant, the best soil to use, what fertilizer to use, what environment it likes, and how to propagate it.
Bright indirect sunlight
Water: Only water when the top 2 inches of the soil are dry
Soil: Well-draining potting soil
Fertilizer: Once every month (only in spring and summer)
Size: The plant grows up to 22" (55 cm) tall
Size: The plant's leaves grow up to 6" (15 cm) long
Temperature: Between 65 and 75ºF (18 and 24ºC)
Humidity: At least 60%
Cold hardy: Not cold hardy
Propagation: By division, offsets, and seeds
Toxicity: Toxic to humans and animals
