Alocasia ‘Mayan Mask’
 
Common Names Mayan Mask Alocasia, Upright Elephant Ear
 
Zones 9B–11
 
Alocasia ‘Mayan Mask’ is a bold, upright hybrid cultivar known for its deeply veined, arrow-shaped foliage and dramatic vertical stature. A cross between Alocasia odora and Alocasia portei, it was bred for landscape impact and container versatility. Its glossy green leaves with prominent midribs evoke ceremonial masks, lending a sculptural quality to tropical gardens and interiorscapes.
 
Key Features
Growth Habit: Upright, clumping; fast growth rate
Height: 5–8 ft. tall; 3–5 ft. wide
Trunk: Herbaceous; corm-based growth
Leaves: Arrow-shaped; glossy green with bold central veining; 18–30 in. long
Petiole: Thick, green to maroon; sturdy and upright
Inflorescence: Rare indoors; pale green spathe with cream spadix
Fruit: Not typically produced in cultivation
Ecology: Hybrid of A. odora × A. portei; selected for foliage scale and upright form
 
Growing Conditions
Light: Bright indirect light to partial shade; tolerates filtered sun outdoors
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist; allow top inch to dry between waterings
Soil: Rich, well-draining mix; ideal blend includes potting soil, orchid bark, perlite, and peat
Temperature: 65–85°F (18–29°C); protect from frost and cold drafts
Humidity: Moderate to high; misting or humidifiers recommended indoors
Propagation: By division of corms or offsets
Tolerance: Sensitive to cold and overwatering; not drought-tolerant
 
Landscape Use Ideal for tropical-themed gardens, large patio containers, and spacious interiorscapes. Pairs well with Colocasia ‘Black Magic’, Philodendron ‘Rojo Congo’, and Calathea lutea for layered foliage impact and contrast.