Alocasia Polly – Plant

Product Details: –

• Plant Name: Alocasia Polly
• Plant Placement: Indoor
• Height of Plant: 10-16 inches
• Pot Type: Plastic
• Plastic Pot Dimensions: 5 inches
• Note: The image is for reference purposes only. Actual products may vary in shape or appearance based on climate, age, height, etc.

About Plant: –

An Alocasia Polly plant is inborn to Asia also known as the African Mask plant because of its very large, sleek, heart-shaped leaves with curly ends. These spectacular, patterned leaves come in red, bronze, blue-green, and purple. If you are searching for a theatrical, very diverse looking plant that can be as small as 6 inches or as tall as a tree, an Alocasia plant is a perfect choice. These plants want extra care and attention. Alocasia plants are considered poisonous and should be kept away from pets and children.

How to Care Alocasia polly: –

• Alocasia prefers very bright indirect light but no direct sunlight.
• Use pot with the proper drainage hole.
• Use an organic well-aerated loose soil that contains a good amount of peat moss
• Let the top of the soil to dry out before watering.
• Alocasia plants require less water during the winter.
• Avoid common low sprinklings, which would reach deeper roots and may encourage fungus.
• Fertilize every two weeks from spring until the early autumn with organic food diluted to half the recommended strength.
• Do not fertilize during the winter season.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why does Alocasia leave turning yellow?

One of the main reason for the yellowing of leaves on the Alocasia Polly is overwatering. It’s important to make sure that the top layer of soil isn’t damp or moist at all before watering the plant. The second most likely reason for yellowing is inadequate lighting. Direct sunlight will burn the Alocasia Polly. Other reasons include inappropriate soil draining, humidity issues, lack of soil minerals, and insects.

When to water alocasia Plant?

Let the topsoil to dry out before watering. Check the moisture in soil frequently, and do not overwater the plant.

How to propagate the alocasia plant?

The propagation method of alocasia is very easy. Cut off a piece of the underground rhizome and pot it up separately, then provide it warm temperature and proper moisture until new growth begins.

How often should I fertilize alocasia Polly plant?

Fertilize once a month during the growing season with an organic houseplant fertilizer. Do not feed during winter.

Does alocasia need sun?

Alocasia will flourish in a place with bright, indirect light. Never allow your plant to stand in the direct sunlight – the leaves will get burn. Do not put it in a dark spot.

How to Grow alocasia plant?

• Alocasia prefers very bright indirect light but no direct sunlight.
• Use pot with the proper drainage hole.
• Use an organic well-aerated loose soil that contains a good amount of peat moss
• Let the top of the soil to dry out before watering.
• Alocasia plants require less water during the winter.
• Avoid common low sprinklings, which would reach deeper roots and may encourage fungus.
• Fertilize every two weeks from spring until the early autumn with organic food diluted to half the recommended strength.
• Do not fertilize during the winter season.

Where can I buy an Alocasia plant?

The Alocasia Polly is a rare category plant but it is available online you can place your order with us.