Origin
South America
Light
Dappled shade
Watering
Twice a week
Care
Expert
Flowering
Foliage
Indoor
Alocasia Polly
Arrow-shaped leaves of an almost-black green, veined in brilliant white: the Alocasia Polly is a living sculpture.
Care Profile
A guide to ensuring your botanical companion thrives.
Origin
Southeast Asia
Light
Bright indirect
Watering
Card.wateringValue.biweekly
Maintenance
Expert
The living African mask
Nicknamed the 'African mask' despite its Asian origins, the Alocasia Polly unfurls rigid leaves with veins drawn as if by a brush. Each new leaf unrolls like a revelation.
Demanding in humidity, it wants saturated ambient air and an airy medium that never holds stagnant water. In winter it may go dormant and drop its leaves: not death, only a pause.
"The Alocasia never forgives neglect, but rewards attention."
01
Styling Tip 01
Humidity Above 60%
A tray of damp clay pebbles or a humidifier prevents the tips from browning.
02
Styling Tip 02
Watch for Spider Mites
Dry air draws red spider mites to the undersides; inspect the reverse each week.
03
Styling Tip 03
Don't Panic in Winter
Reduce watering during dormancy and wait for spring for it to resume.
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Origin
Southeast Asia
Light
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Watering
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Care
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