Black Bat Flower Plant 4-6" Tall - Exotic Tacca chantrieri Live Plant No Pot

Black Bat Flower Plant (Tacca chantrieri) - Live Exotic Plant

The Black Bat Flower Plant is a unique and captivating addition to any plant collection. This live specimen, measuring 4 to 6 inches tall, features striking black-purple flowers with distinctive long, whisker-like bracts that give it an exotic appearance. Ideal for enthusiasts looking to grow something rare and visually intriguing, this plant thrives in warm, humid conditions.

Key Features

• Upright growth habit with dramatic whisker-like bracts
• Striking black-purple flowers that stand out in any setting
• Prefers bright, indirect light to maintain vibrant foliage and blooms
• Moderate care level requiring regular misting to sustain humidity
• Optimal temperature range between 65–80°F (18–27°C)
• Propagation possible through rhizomes or seeds

Growing Information

The Black Bat Flower thrives in well-draining, rich, and slightly acidic soil, such as an orchid mix combined with perlite. It requires consistent moisture, so keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging. Bright, indirect light is essential to prevent leaf burn while promoting healthy growth. This plant is best suited for USDA hardiness zones 10-11, where temperatures remain warm and humidity is sufficient. Regular misting helps replicate its natural tropical environment, supporting its moderate care needs.

Plant Condition Disclosure

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Customer Notice for Live Plants

Live plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.

Please consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.

• Photos of the shipping box
• Photo of the shipping label
• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles
• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant

Dormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.

Claims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.