Alocasia Polly 'African Mask'
Alocasia Polly 'African Mask'
Alocasia Polly 🖤🌿 is loved for its dramatic dark green leaves, bright contrasting veins, and bold arrow-shaped shape that instantly gives a space that moody tropical look. It does best indoors in bright indirect light with a bit of extra humidity, making it a great fit for brighter bathrooms, kitchens, or spots away from harsh sun and drafty vents. This plant is a little more particular than a pothos, but very rewarding if you keep the care consistent. Pro tip: if the leaves start drooping or edges get crispy, check both the soil moisture and humidity first 💧.
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Quick Facts:
🌱 Botanical Name: Alocasia x amazonica ‘Polly’
🏷️ Common Names: Alocasia Polly, African Mask Plant, Elephant Ear
💧 Watering Needs: Moderate; water when the top inch of soil starts to dry
☀️ Light Needs: Bright indirect light
🍃 Growth Habit: Upright, clumping foliage
🪴 Difficulty Level: Intermediate
⚠️ Toxicity: Toxic if chewed or ingested by pets or people
🌎 Native Region: Cultivar developed from tropical Alocasia lineage
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