{"product_id":"alocasia-polly-yellow-variegata","title":"Alocasia 'Polly' Yellow Variegata","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlocasia ‘Polly’ Yellow Variegata\u003c\/strong\u003e is a collector’s variant of the classic ‘Polly’, known for its glossy, dark green leaves with very contrasting veins, over which yellow variegation appears (sometimes yellow-cream). It is a plant with immediate visual impact: graphic, dramatic, perfect as an accent in a modern setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003efirm, glossy leaves with very clear light veins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eyellow variegation with variable distribution (speckles, spots, or larger areas)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003egrowth in waves: a new leaf appears, then the plant stabilizes for a while\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eindoor plant, decorative primarily through its foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowing conditions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e plenty of indirect light; avoid direct sun, especially on variegated areas (they are more sensitive)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e moderate and careful; let the top layer dry slightly between waterings. No permanently wet soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOptimal temperature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 20–28°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e moderate to high; very dry air can affect leaf tips\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes it special\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003estrong contrast between dark green, light veins, and yellow variegation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ea “statement” look even in a small pot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eeach leaf grows differently, making it truly a collector’s item\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003epairs perfectly with simple pots (white\/black\/concrete) that highlight the leaf\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePractical notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003evariegation may vary from leaf to leaf; this is normal for variegated plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003efor beautiful leaves, stability matters: good light + drainage + correct watering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eduring the adjustment period, the plant may drop a leaf without it being a serious sign, if it then resumes growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e🌱 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSecret Garden recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e👉 For healthy roots and spectacular foliage, use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/products\/substrat-monstera\"\u003eSecret Garden professional substrate for Monstera \u0026 tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e — a balanced mix of peat, pine bark, perlite, and coconut fiber, specially designed for tropical plants sensitive to excess water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Alocasia is a sensitive plant. Therefore, you may receive these plants with some leaf defects, but these do not affect the plant’s viability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote (variegation):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Variegation naturally varies from leaf to leaf and between specimens (percentage, shape, intensity). This is normal and part of the variety’s character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eHeight including pot approx. 10 cm - young specimens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eCeramic pot is not included in the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis product can only be purchased with advance payment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Taiwan","offers":[{"title":"8 cm pot","offer_id":55982654226758,"sku":null,"price":33.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/IMG_7966.jpg?v=1771069302","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-bg\/products\/alocasia-polly-yellow-variegata","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}