Alocasia reginula 'Ninja'

Alocasia reginula ‘Ninja’ is a spectacular and rare variety, cultivated for its velvety leaves in very dark green, almost black shades, with bright green veins that create a striking visual contrast. This variety is more compact than other alocasias, with an elegant and symmetrical growth habit, perfect for modern, minimalist interiors or exotic plant collections.

With its dramatic appearance and fine texture, ‘Ninja’ stands out both for its aesthetics and its demanding nature, requiring well-controlled growing conditions and a stable environment to maintain its vitality.

🌿 General characteristics:

• Full name: Alocasia reginula ‘Ninja’

• Common names: Black Alocasia, mini elephant ear, velvet Alocasia

• Family: Araceae

• Plant type: foliage plant, tropical, perennial

• Leaves: oval, slightly heart-shaped, with a velvety texture, very dark green with contrasting veins

• Growth habit: compact, with slow and symmetrical growth

☀️ Growing conditions:

• Light: bright indirect light or partial shade; does not tolerate direct sunlight

• Temperature: ideally between 20–28°C; sensitive to cold and drafts

• Watering: moderate – keep the substrate slightly moist, but not waterlogged

• Humidity: prefers high humidity (above 60%)

• Soil: well-draining – an airy substrate with coconut fiber, perlite, and soil for tropical plants
• Fertilization: every 3–4 weeks during the warm season, with diluted fertilizer

Alocasia prefers stability and does not respond well to sudden changes in temperature, light, or watering.

✔️ Advantages:

• Decorative foliage with a unique texture and intense visual contrast
• Suitable for modern indoor spaces or rare plant collections
• Compact size, ideal for shelves, desks, or shaded corners
• An eye-catching choice for exotic plant enthusiasts

🔔 Note:

Alocasia ‘Ninja’ leaves may show fine speckling, silvery pigmentation, small spots, or variations in texture and color visible on the leaf surface. These features may occur as a result of growing conditions, handling, or transportation and are primarily aesthetic in nature.

Note: Alocasia is a sensitive plant. Therefore, you may receive these plants with some leaf imperfections; however, these do not affect the plant’s viability.

Height including pot: 20-30 cm

The decorative pot is not included in the price.