Family: Araceae
Common Names: African Mask, Amazonian Elephant Ear, Amazonica Alocasia
Plant Type: Tropical foliage perennial
Best For: Bright indoor spaces and statement foliage displays
Pet Friendly: No, toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.*
Available Size: 4" nursery pots
African Mask is a striking tropical houseplant known for its dark, arrow-shaped leaves, bold pale veins and sculptural growth. Its dramatic foliage makes it an eye-catching choice even at a relatively compact size.
Alocasia × amazonica is a cultivated hybrid rather than a plant found naturally in the wild. Like other Alocasias, it prefers warm temperatures, filtered light and consistent humidity indoors.
Light: Bright indirect light. Avoid intense direct sun.
Water: Keep lightly moist, allowing the upper soil to begin drying between watering.
Temperature: Prefers 18°C–27°C. Protect from cold drafts.
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity.
Growth: Upright and clump-forming with large, arrow-shaped leaves.
Maintenance: Remove yellowing or damaged leaves and avoid allowing the soil to remain soggy.
Plant appearance, bloom colour and size may vary.
Each plant is a living specimen and naturally unique.
* African Mask is toxic to cats and dogs if chewed or ingested. Insoluble calcium oxalate crystals can cause immediate burning and irritation of the mouth, excessive drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. This type of poisoning is generally irritating rather than highly life-threatening, but contact your veterinarian if ingestion occurs and seek immediate veterinary care if your pet has difficulty swallowing or breathing.
Family: Araceae
Common Names: African Mask, Amazonian Elephant Ear, Amazonica Alocasia
Plant Type: Tropical foliage perennial
Best For: Bright indoor spaces and statement foliage displays
Pet Friendly: No, toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.*
Available Size: 4" nursery pots
African Mask is a striking tropical houseplant known for its dark, arrow-shaped leaves, bold pale veins and sculptural growth. Its dramatic foliage makes it an eye-catching choice even at a relatively compact size.
Alocasia × amazonica is a cultivated hybrid rather than a plant found naturally in the wild. Like other Alocasias, it prefers warm temperatures, filtered light and consistent humidity indoors.
Light: Bright indirect light. Avoid intense direct sun.
Water: Keep lightly moist, allowing the upper soil to begin drying between watering.
Temperature: Prefers 18°C–27°C. Protect from cold drafts.
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity.
Growth: Upright and clump-forming with large, arrow-shaped leaves.
Maintenance: Remove yellowing or damaged leaves and avoid allowing the soil to remain soggy.
Plant appearance, bloom colour and size may vary.
Each plant is a living specimen and naturally unique.
* African Mask is toxic to cats and dogs if chewed or ingested. Insoluble calcium oxalate crystals can cause immediate burning and irritation of the mouth, excessive drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. This type of poisoning is generally irritating rather than highly life-threatening, but contact your veterinarian if ingestion occurs and seek immediate veterinary care if your pet has difficulty swallowing or breathing.
