Alocasia polly
Latin name: Alocasia amazonica 'Polly'
Common Name: Alocasia Polly, African Mask Plant, African mask
Plant type: Tropical herbaceous rhizome plant, grown as a houseplant
Botanical family: Araceae
Alocasia Polly ( Alocasia amazonica 'Polly' ), also known as the African mask plant, is a spectacular houseplant from the Araceae family. Prized for its dark green foliage with pronounced silver veins and a purple underside, it brings an elegant tropical feel to any living space. A horticultural hybrid of Asian species, this Alocasia requires warmth, humidity, and subdued light to thrive.
Hardiness Zone: Zone 10 to 12
Exposure: Prefers bright light without direct sun, such as a location near an east or west-facing window.
Watering:
Humidity: Requires high ambient humidity, ideally above 60%; the use of a humidifier or pebble tray is recommended.
Fertilization:
Soil type: Use a rich, aerated and well-draining substrate, based on peat, perlite and bark.
Minimum temperature: Do not expose to temperatures below 15°C; ideal temperature between 18 and 27°C.
Flowering period: Rare in indoor cultivation, can produce spathe and spadix flowers during the warm season.
Flower color: Cream to pale yellow, not very decorative compared to the foliage.
Foliage color:
Height: 30 to 60 cm (12 to 24 inches)
Width: Up to 30 to 60 cm (12 to 24 inches)
Growth rate: Moderate; active growth in spring and summer, slowing in winter.
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