Alocasia Polly
Alocasia x amazonica 'Polly'
Also known as: African Mask Plant, Amazon Elephant Ear
A complete guide to growing and propagating Alocasia Polly: its care needs, how to take cuttings and root them, how long propagation takes, and how to fix the most common problems.
Alocasia Polly care at a glance
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How to propagate Alocasia Polly
Division / offsets (rhizome)
- Unpot and separate offsets or corms (small bulbs) from the rhizome.
- Pot corms shallowly in moist mix and keep warm and humid.
- Be patient; corms can take weeks to sprout.
Common Alocasia Polly problems & fixes
Yellowing / dropping leaves
Overwatering or normal cycling (it sheds older leaves). Check roots.
Crispy edges
Low humidity. Raise humidity around the plant.
Spider mites
Common in dry air. Rinse leaves and raise humidity.
Track your alocasia polly cuttings & propagation in SnipLog
Log when you took each cutting, set rooting reminders, and watch your propagation timeline â free on iPhone.
Toxicity notes are a general guide based on ASPCA-style classifications â if a pet ingests any houseplant, contact your vet. Care needs vary with your home's conditions.