African Mask Alocasia (Elephant’s Ear - Amazonica Polly) is a well-known and highly sought-after tropical houseplant whose claim to fame is its dramatic foliage. At 12”-18” long and dark bronze-green (with bold white veining and purple undersides), the plant’s leaves look like they belong to a massive tree—instead, they’re the calling card of a 2’ tall plant that is an absolute showpiece.
Indoors: excellent all year round throughout the US, super easy to care for - this sturdy plant is wonderfully fun and easy to grow
Outdoors: thrives outdoors anywhere in the US, just bring inside when temperature goes below 45°F, can be kept in a container or planted in the ground
Sun and water: prefers bright indirect to medium light. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch leaves. Requires watering when top 1” of soil becomes dry. Give moderate amounts in spring/summer and more modest amounts in fall/winter
Natural air-purifying plant: yes - excellent, plants are earth's natural air-purifiers, removing airborne toxins and providing fresh oxygen
Exotic and unique tropical plant - also makes great plant gifts, birthday gifts, anniversary gifts, teacher and appreciation gifts, and Christmas gifts
Great for home, office or garden. Popular among plant collectors and gardeners (beginners to experts) from Seattle to Miami. Makes an excellent gift
Toxic: may be toxic to pets and people if ingested
Plant gifts: African Mask Elephant's Ear alocasia makes an excellent gift - beautiful and so easy to care for
African Mask - Shipping height (including pot and plant) 9 - 11 in.; mature height (not including pot height) 18 - 24 in.; mature width 12 - 24 in.; shipped in 6 in. Dia pot