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0Alocasia 'Polly'
- Common name
- African mask
- Taxonomy
- Family: Araceae · Genus: Alocasia
- Plant type
- Évelő, rizómás kontyvirágféle (Araceae); kertészeti hibrid mutánsa.
- Native distribution
- Termesztett eredetű (Silver Krome Gardens, Florida, USA); szülőfajai Délkelet-Ázsiából származnak.8
Still missing: natural habitat, flowering period, growth & dormancy period.
Sources (9)
- Aroidpedia – Alocasia 'Polly'
- Aroidpedia – Alocasia 'Polly'
- Garden.org – African Mask (Alocasia 'Polly')
- Agri-Starts – Alocasia 'Polly'
- Foliage Factory – Alocasia 'Polly' · Height / growth form
- Foliage Factory – Alocasia amazonica 'Polly' · Height / growth form
- Foliage Factory – Alocasia 'Polly'
- Foliage Factory – Alocasia 'Polly' · Native distribution
- Garden.org – Alocasia
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Tips & experience from members
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How members water it
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How it thrives
Watermediumparent species data
Lightfull sun
Humidityhighgeneral genus data
Min. temperature18 °Cparent species dataNo monthly schedule is shown because cultivar-/species-level data is not yet sufficient. The general values above are guidance only.
Alocasia tip: It often drops leaves in winter – that is rest, not death; water less then.
Cultivars of Alocasia 'Polly'
African mask – what to know
African mask (Alocasia 'Polly') is a cultivar of Alocasia amazonica (Araceae). Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: medium; min. 18 °C. For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
All Alocasia species in the catalog →Detailed toxicity data →
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water African mask?
Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.
How much light does African mask need?
It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.
How cold can African mask get?
Keep it above 18 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.
Is African mask toxic to cats and dogs?
For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
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Average watering interval
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Questions about this species
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