Alocasia Black (Alocasia Polly / African Mask Plant)
Rs. 499.00
Alocasia Black (Alocasia Polly / African Mask Plant)
Alocasia Black (Alocasia Polly / African Mask Plant)
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About Alocasia Black
Alocasia Black (Alocasia Polly), also called the African Mask Plant, features dramatic dark green, arrow-shaped leaves accented with bold white veins. Its bold, glossy foliage makes it a striking statement plant for indoor spaces.
Growing Conditions
- Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
- Soil: Well-draining, nutrient-rich potting mix.
- Humidity: Prefers high humidity - mist leaves regularly or use a humidifier to maintain its lush appearance.
Placement
Suits living rooms and offices with a modern, minimalist aesthetic, or shaded balconies out of direct sun.
Care
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Fertilizer: Fertilize monthly during the growing season to support healthy foliage.
- Repotting: Repot every 1-2 years, or once roots fill the pot.
- Pruning: Remove yellowing or damaged leaves at the base as needed.
Note: This listing ships a young potted plant. Growth rate and mature size vary by light, care, and environment. Contains a high concentration of calcium oxalate crystals throughout the plant - toxic if chewed or ingested, causing intense oral irritation, swelling, and drooling in pets and children. Keep well out of reach.
Instructions
Instructions
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
- Light: Bright, indirect light - avoid direct sunlight
- Soil: Well-draining, nutrient-rich potting mix.
- Humidity: High humidity preferred - mist leaves or use a humidifier
- Fertilizer: Fertilize monthly during the growing season.
- Repotting: Every 1-2 years, or once roots fill the pot
- Pruning: Remove yellowing or damaged leaves at the base
Delivery Info
Delivery Info
- Every plant is quality-checked before dispatch and packed with root-ball wrapping and moisture lock for transit.
- Delivery timelines depend on your pin code, courier network and weather conditions — tracking is shared as soon as your order is dispatched.
- Live plants are covered by our 10-Day Plant Protection against transit damage.
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999; Cash on Delivery is available.
- Some remote pin codes may not be serviceable for live plant delivery — this is shown at checkout before you pay.
FAQs
FAQs
Is Alocasia Black safe for pets?
No - it contains a high concentration of calcium oxalate crystals throughout the plant, which are toxic if chewed or ingested. Keep well out of reach of pets and children.
Does it need high humidity?
Yes - it prefers high humidity and benefits from regular misting or a humidifier to keep its foliage lush.
Can it tolerate direct sun?
No - direct sunlight can scorch its leaves; bright, indirect light is best.
How is Alocasia Black different from Alocasia Green?
Alocasia Black (Polly) has notably darker green leaves with bold, bright white veining, giving it a more dramatic, high-contrast look.
