{"product_id":"alocasia-amazonica-polly-o12cm-↕30cm","title":"Alocasia amazonica 'Polly' - Ø12cm - ↕30cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlocasia amazonica 'Polly'\u003c\/b\u003e—a striking houseplant that truly earns its common name, the \u003cb\u003eAfrican Mask Plant\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003eElephant's Ear\u003c\/b\u003e, due to its dramatic appearance. Your plant is a compact size at around 30cm tall in its Ø12cm pot, making it an excellent statement piece for shelves or tabletops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 \u003cb\u003eFoliage and Form\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-29\"\u003eThe 'Polly' variety is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-29\"\u003eevergreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-29\"\u003e perennial, celebrated entirely for its breathtaking \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-29\"\u003efoliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-29 citation-end-29\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-28 citation-end-28\"\u003eThe leaves are the primary feature: they are a deep, saturated, glossy green—almost black in some light—and boast a spectacular contrast with thick, pale-green to almost white veins.\u003c\/span\u003e The leaves have a distinctly arrow or shield-like shape with dramatically ruffled, wavy edges, giving them an almost metallic, sculptural quality that makes them look like something out of a rainforest painting. This plant does \u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e have \u003cb\u003espines.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📏 \u003cb\u003eSize and Growth\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the larger \u003ci\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/i\u003e species can grow quite tall, the 'Polly' is a popular hybrid precisely because it remains relatively compact. \u003cspan class=\"citation-27 citation-end-27\"\u003eYour 30cm plant is nearing its mature size, as it typically reaches a maximum indoor height of about 30 to 60cm (1 to 2 feet) with a similar spread.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-26 citation-end-26\"\u003eIts moderate size and upright, clumping habit make it a perfect fit for smaller indoor spaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-26 citation-end-26\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e🌸 \u003cb\u003eFlowering and Fragrance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with most Alocasias, the 'Polly' is grown for its leaves, not its flowers. \u003cspan class=\"citation-25\"\u003eAlthough it is capable of flowering, it is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-25\"\u003erare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-25 citation-end-25\"\u003e event when grown indoors. \u003c\/span\u003eIf it does produce a bloom, it will feature a structure typical of the Arum family: a subtle, pale green or cream-coloured \u003cb\u003espathe\u003c\/b\u003e (the hood-like covering) wrapped around a central \u003cb\u003espadix\u003c\/b\u003e. These are generally inconspicuous and hold \u003cb\u003eno significant fragrance\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💧 \u003cb\u003eCare and Environment\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 'Polly' requires a bit of thoughtful care to keep its exotic look vibrant. \u003cspan class=\"citation-24\"\u003eIt prefers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-24\"\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-24 citation-end-24\"\u003e; its dramatic dark leaves can easily scorch in harsh, direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-24 citation-end-24\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe key to keeping it happy is balancing its \u003cb\u003ewatering\u003c\/b\u003e needs. \u003cspan class=\"citation-23\"\u003eIt likes its soil to be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-23\"\u003econsistently moist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-23 citation-end-23\"\u003e—never dry, but definitely never soggy.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-22 citation-end-22\"\u003eYou should water it thoroughly when the top inch or two of soil feels dry to the touch.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-21\"\u003eIt is also a tropical plant that demands \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-21\"\u003ehigh humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-21 citation-end-21\"\u003e, thriving best in an environment above 50% relative humidity.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-20 citation-end-20\"\u003eBrown, crispy leaf edges are often the first sign that the air is too dry.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-19 citation-end-19\"\u003ePlacing it on a pebble tray or near a humidifier is highly recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-18 citation-end-18\"\u003eIt also prefers warm temperatures, ideally between 18°C and 25°C\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.6667px;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-15\"\u003e The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-15\"\u003eAlocasia amazonica 'Polly'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-15\"\u003e, like all members of the Araceae family, is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-15\"\u003etoxic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-15 citation-end-15\"\u003e if ingested by humans or pets.\u003c\/span\u003e It contains calcium oxalate crystals that can cause irritation to the mouth, throat, and digestive system. It should be kept strictly for decorative purposes and out of the reach of curious animals and children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55834352353612,"sku":"9605","price":23.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9266\/1068\/files\/thumbnail_2000_b3e5e1b1-db22-49be-a605-7df26bec2f17.jpg?v=1762166570","url":"https:\/\/viridimania.com\/products\/alocasia-amazonica-polly-o12cm-%e2%86%9530cm","provider":"Viridimania","version":"1.0","type":"link"}