Alocasia Polly - 6 Inch Houseplant
Alocasia Polly - 6 Inch Houseplant
Alocasia Polly — Tropical Indoor Houseplant with Striking Arrow-Shaped Leaves
Bring a touch of the tropics indoors with the Alocasia Polly, a stunning indoor houseplant known for its glossy dark green leaves, bold arrow-shaped foliage, and dramatic silver-white veining. Also called African Mask Plant, this compact tropical plant makes a statement in any space with its unique architectural shape and jungle-inspired look. Perfect for plant lovers who want a dramatic foliage plant without needing a lot of room, Alocasia Polly adds texture, contrast, and a little extra personality to your indoor plant collection.
These are same plants you’ll find growing throughout The Greenhouse in Riverside, Jacksonville, FL. Every plant we ship is selected with the same care as the plants you see in our café and plant shop — bringing a little piece of our greenhouse to your home.
Where to put it:
Alocasia Polly thrives in bright indoor spaces where its beautiful foliage can be admired up close. Place it on a bookshelf, desk, plant stand, bedside table, or in a bright office corner to create an instant tropical statement. Its compact growth habit makes it a great choice for apartments, small spaces, and indoor plant displays.
Plant Care:
☀️ Light: Bright indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sunlight, which can scorch its delicate leaves.
💧 Water: Water thoroughly when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry. Alocasia Polly prefers consistently moist soil but does not like sitting in water. Always use a pot with proper drainage. Reduce watering during fall and winter when growth naturally slows.
🌫️ Humidity: High humidity preferred. This tropical plant loves a warm, humid environment and will appreciate added moisture in dry indoor spaces.
🌱 Care Level: Moderate
🌡️ Temperature: 65°F–80°F / 18°C–27°C
Pet Friendly: No — Alocasia Polly is toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.
From the Greenhouse:
Alocasia Polly is a true foliage showstopper. Like many tropical plants, it can be a little particular about its environment, but once it settles into a happy spot, it rewards you with those unforgettable, statement-making leaves that make every plant shelf better.
Images are a general representation of plant size, shape, and color. Each plant is unique and may vary slightly from the one shown.
