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Araceae
Indoor plants
Alocasia Polly, African Mask Plant, African mask
Hardiness
Zone 10 to 12
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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.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 to 4 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer). Reduce or suspend feeding in fall and winter.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodRare in indoor cultivation, can produce spathe and spadix flowers during the warm season.
Flower colorCream to pale yellow, not very decorative compared to the foliage.
Foliage colorGlossy dark green with distinct whitish veins, with a purple reverse.
Maximum height30 to 60 cm (12 to 24 inches)
Maximum widthUp to 30 to 60 cm (12 to 24 inches)
Growth rateModerate; active growth in spring and summer, slowing in winter.
Hardiness zoneZone 10 to 12
Minimum temperatureDo not expose to temperatures below 15°C; ideal temperature between 18 and 27°C.
Its strengths, naturally.
Not recommended for pets
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