Exact plant from the Grower’s Personal Collection
This exact plant ships from the grower’s personal collection—not a stock listing, not a placeholder. You’re getting this rooted and stable Alocasia, already showing consistent white variegation and true pink hues.
The cultivar itself has a story. Alocasia ‘Polly’ is already a horticultural hybrid—not a naturally occurring species, but rather a selection derived from Alocasia amazonica, which itself is a man-made cross of Alocasia sanderiana × Alocasia longiloba. Despite its name, it has no direct link to the Amazon rainforest. It was likely developed by growers in Hawaii and popularized through tissue culture in the late 20th century, prized for its compact size and dramatic foliage.
The ‘Snow Pink’ variation is a much rarer find. It appears to be a spontaneous mutation—most likely arising from tissue culture—that introduces both hypopigmentation (white variegation) and anthocyanin expression (pink tones). Unlike unstable variegates that revert or fade, this clone has demonstrated stable sectoral and marbled variegation across multiple leaves, with pinks that deepen under high humidity and consistent indirect light. It’s not officially registered, but it has circulated quietly among collectors, often under different names or abbreviations.
If you’ve seen inconsistent “pink Alocasia Polly” listings with faded whites or barely-there blush—this isn’t that. This is the real thing, grown slowly and intentionally under high humidity, and offered either:
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Bare root in sphagnum moss, ready to be potted on arrival
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Acclimated to soil, for a smoother transition to typical home environments (please allow extra time if you select this option)
Shipping note: Alocasias are prone to leaf drop during transit or environmental stress. That’s not a flaw—it’s a strategy. These plants will prioritize root stability and push new growth once conditions stabilize.
Alocasia 'Polly Snow Pink' Care Overview
| Requirement | Details |
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| Light | Bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch delicate variegated tissue. |
| Humidity | 60–80% preferred. Higher humidity encourages larger leaves and deeper pink pigmentation. |
| Watering | Water when the top 1–2" of substrate is dry. Avoid soggy conditions. |
| Substrate | Aroid mix with moderate water retention (e.g., peat, perlite, orchid bark). |
| Temperature | 65–80°F. Protect from temperature drops or drafty locations. |
| Feeding | Low-dose balanced fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during active growth. |
| Dormancy | May enter dormancy or partial dormancy in cooler months. Reduce watering, not humidity. |
| Pests to Watch | Susceptible to spider mites and thrips. Clean leaves regularly and inspect undersides. |