{"product_id":"alocasia-polly-o17cm-↕45cm","title":"Alocasia amazonica ‘Polly’ - Ø17cm - ↕45cm","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-45\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-45\"\u003eAlocasia amazonica ‘Polly’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-45\"\u003e, also widely known as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-45\"\u003eAfrican Mask Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-45\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-45\"\u003eElephant's Ear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-45 citation-end-45\"\u003e, is undeniably one of the most dramatically beautiful houseplants you can own.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Your current plant, standing at a substantial 45cm tall in its 17cm pot, is already a significant and striking feature ready to enhance your indoor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e🌿 \u003cb\u003eFoliage, Form, and Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-44\"\u003eThis particular variety is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-44\"\u003eevergreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-44 citation-end-44\"\u003e plant, meaning its gorgeous leaves remain vibrant throughout the year.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The foliage is the entire reason this plant is cherished: the leaves are large, glossy, and feature an extraordinary, almost tribal mask-like appearance. They are a deep, dark green—often appearing nearly black—with prominent, high-contrast, silvery-white to pale green veins. The edges are distinctively wavy or ruffled, giving the arrow-shaped leaves a truly sculptural quality. The plant grows in an upright, clumping habit and does \u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e possess any \u003cb\u003espines\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📏 \u003cb\u003eSize and Growth\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-43\"\u003eWhile some \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-43\"\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-43 citation-end-43\"\u003e species can grow enormous, the 'Polly' cultivar is valued for its compact size, making it a manageable houseplant.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Your 45cm specimen is already quite well-sized and will likely reach a mature height of between 45cm and 60cm (about 1.5 to 2 feet) indoors, fitting perfectly on a floor stand or large side table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌸 \u003cb\u003eFlowering and Fragrance\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eAlocasia 'Polly'\u003c\/i\u003e is grown purely for its leaves, and its \u003cb\u003eflowering\u003c\/b\u003e is a very rare sight in a home environment. \u003cspan class=\"citation-42\"\u003eIf it does bloom, it produces a botanical structure typical of the Aroid family: a subtle, creamy-white or pale green \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-42\"\u003espathe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-42\"\u003e (a leaf-like hood) that partially wraps around a central spike (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-42\"\u003espadix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-42 citation-end-42\"\u003e).\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e These blooms are inconspicuous, lack strong colour, and are \u003cb\u003enot notably fragrant\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💧 \u003cb\u003eCare and Environment\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eCaring for the 'Polly' is often described as \"easy,\" but this really means it is \u003cb\u003eresilient\u003c\/b\u003e to many common issues, provided its specific tropical needs are met.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-41\"\u003e It thrives best in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-41\"\u003ehalf shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-41\"\u003e or, more accurately for an indoor environment, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-41\"\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-41 citation-end-41\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-40 citation-end-40\"\u003eFiltered morning sun is ideal, as direct, harsh light will quickly scorch the delicate, dark foliage.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e This plant requires a consistent approach to \u003cb\u003eirrigation\u003c\/b\u003e. The soil should be kept \u003cb\u003econsistently moist\u003c\/b\u003e—never saturated or waterlogged, but certainly not allowed to dry out completely. You should water it thoroughly when the top inch or so of the potting mix feels dry to the touch. It also absolutely loves high \u003cb\u003ehumidity\u003c\/b\u003e, so misting, a pebble tray, or a humidifier will help prevent the dramatic leaves from developing crispy brown edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39\"\u003eA Note on Dormancy:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39\"\u003e Occasionally, especially in winter, an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39\"\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39 citation-end-39\"\u003e may drop some or all of its leaves and enter a semi-dormant phase.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e If this happens, simply reduce watering and be patient; it will often regrow its spectacular foliage when warmer, brighter conditions return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003ci\u003eAlocasia amazonica ‘Polly’\u003c\/i\u003e is \u003cb\u003etoxic\u003c\/b\u003e if consumed. \u003cspan class=\"citation-38 citation-end-38\"\u003eLike other plants in the Araceae family, it contains calcium oxalate crystals that can cause painful irritation to the mouth and digestive tract.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Please keep it out of reach of pets and children, as it is strictly for decorative enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55834348355916,"sku":"8689","price":34.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9266\/1068\/files\/thumbnail_2000_54b5d475-a489-452a-9a02-9be1f45683fa.jpg?v=1762166562","url":"https:\/\/viridimania.com\/products\/alocasia-polly-o17cm-%e2%86%9545cm","provider":"Viridimania","version":"1.0","type":"link"}