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Alocasia 'Polly'
Compact, upright Alocasia with dark veined arrowhead leaves. Bright, indirect light; high humidity; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Not pet-safe (contains calcium oxalate crystals).
- height Height
- 40 cm
- swap_horiz Pot Size
- 12 cm
- volunteer_activism Care
- Medium
- wb_sunny Light Needs
- Indirect light
- pets Not Pet Friendly
- water_drop Watering Needs
- Medium
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Quick care table
Plant care at a glance
| Care factor | Alocasia 'Polly' |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Alocasia x mortfontanensis 'Polly' |
| Common name | African mask plant and Alocasia Polly |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Light | Indirect light |
| Water | Medium |
| Humidity | Medium |
| Pet safe | No, toxic if ingested |
| Growth habit | Bushy and Upright |
| Best for | Office, Bedroom, Living room, and Indoors |
Alocasia 'Polly' (Alocasia x mortfontanensis 'Polly')
The Alocasia 'Polly' is a compact, upright cultivar prized for dark, arrowhead-shaped leaves with contrasting white veins. Suited to apartments and indoor displays, it prefers bright, indirect light, high humidity and consistently moist—but not waterlogged—soil. Contains calcium oxalate crystals and is not pet-safe.
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Size: Medium - P12 H40
Plant questions, answered
Is Alocasia 'Polly' safe around pets?
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No. Alocasia 'Polly' contains calcium oxalate crystals and is not pet-safe. Keep it well out of reach of pets and children.
How often should I water my Alocasia 'Polly'?
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Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings; adjust frequency based on light, temperature and potting mix.
What light does Alocasia 'Polly' need and where should I place it?
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Provide bright, indirect light and avoid direct sun to prevent leaf scorch. A north- or east-facing window or a spot a little way back from a brighter window works well.
How do I propagate Alocasia 'Polly'?
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Propagate by division during repotting. Divide the plant so each section has at least one growth point and part of the root system, then plant divisions in appropriate well-draining mix.
Plant care guide
Light
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Water
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Soil and repotting
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Humidity and temperature
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Feeding
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Growth and support
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Common concerns
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- Watch for spider mites and mealybugs.
- Yellowing leaves are commonly caused by overwatering or insufficient light.
- Leaf scorch can result from direct sun or prolonged low-humidity stress.
- Inspect regularly and adjust light, watering and humidity as needed.
Pet safety
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