Alocasia 'Polly' frangipani a tree trunk to twine

a tree trunk to twine around

Known as the hardiest of all Nikaus

In its natural habitat it is semi-epiphytic so it definitely requires very porous

Fruit is ready to harvest from December and through January

Alocasia 'Polly' frangipani a tree trunk to twineThe stunning dark green, arrow shaped leaves of the Alocasia 'Polly' contrast beautifully with her silver white veins, making this a truly striking plant. Alocasia are in the Aroid family (Araceae), which can be easily propagated in water because they have a semi aquatic, swamp dwelling ancestry. Plants in the genus Alocasia are best grown in part shade, filtered sun or bright indirect light in consistently moist, organically rich, well drained soils