Tacca chantrieri – Black Bat Flower Plant

The Tacca chantrieri is an exceptional plant, known for its unique inflorescences that resemble a black bat with long whiskers. Native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, this rare plant is perfect for creating a lush and mysterious atmosphere in a terrarium or a humid indoor space.

Despite its nickname, the “bat orchid,” the Tacca chantrieri is not an orchid. It does not belong to the Orchidaceae family, but to the Dioscoreaceae family.

Black to deep violet flowers with a spectacular design

Large bracts shaped like bat wings

Lush tropical foliage

Ideal for warm, humid, and shaded environments

Perfect for tropical terrariums, greenhouses, or styled interiors

🌱 Growing Conditions:

• High humidity: 70–90%

• Temperature: 20–28°C (68–82°F)

• Light: filtered, never direct sunlight

• Soil: airy, well-draining, and rich in organic matter

• Watering: regular, without waterlogging

Thanks to its astonishing shapes and almost supernatural appearance, the Tacca chantrieri quickly becomes the centerpiece of any tropical plant collection. At JungleBox, we select only healthy and vigorous plants, perfectly suited for indoor or terrarium cultivation.