Alocasia 'Polly' Aurea Variegata

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Field / collection number: Aurea Variegata (from the name; marks a population from a specific locality)
Taxonomy: Family: Araceae · Genus: Alocasia
Plant type: Évelő, rizómás kontyvirágféle (Araceae); az Alocasia 'Polly' sárga tarka mutációja.
Native distribution: Termesztett eredetű (Silver Krome Gardens, Florida, USA).2
Height / growth form: Kompakt, 40–60 cm; sötétzöld, fehér erezetű levelek sárga, sárgászöld és aranyló foltokkal.3

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Partly general data for the genus Alocasia

Watermediumparent species data

Lightfull sun

Humidityhighgeneral genus data

Min. temperature18 °Cparent species data

No dormancy · general genus dataDifficulty: ●●●○○ · general genus data⚠ May be toxic to pets / people

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Strong indirect light and steady warmth keep the yellow bright; it fades in low light or cold.

⚠ Pets & children · genus Alocasia

🐱Cat moderate🐶Dog moderate🐴Horse moderate🦜Pet bird moderate🐰Rabbit, rodent moderate🐮Cattle moderate🐐Sheep, goat moderate🐷Pig moderate🐔Poultry moderate🐢Tortoise, herbivorous reptile moderate🧒Human (child) moderatedetails →

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Alocasia 'Polly' Aurea Variegata – what to know

Alocasia 'Polly' Aurea Variegata 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Alocasia 'Polly' Aurea Variegata?

Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.

How much light does Alocasia 'Polly' Aurea Variegata need?

It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.

How cold can Alocasia 'Polly' Aurea Variegata get?

Keep it above 18 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.

Is Alocasia 'Polly' Aurea Variegata 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.

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