{"product_id":"alocasia-portei","title":"Alocasia portei (Malaysian Monster)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlocasia portei\u003c\/strong\u003e (commonly known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMalaysian Monster\u003c\/strong\u003e) is one of the most impressive and spectacular Alocasia species, native to the tropical jungles of Borneo and Malaysia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt maturity, it is a massive plant with vigorous growth, reaching 2–3 m in height under optimal conditions. It stands out with its huge, deep green leaves featuring very prominent silver or whitish veins that create a dramatic contrast. The leaves are sagittate (arrow-shaped), with wavy or slightly scalloped edges, and can reach impressive sizes – up to 1–1.5 m long and 80–100 cm wide in mature plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDue to its size and exotic appearance, it has earned the nickname \u003cstrong\u003e“Malaysian Monster”\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: very large (1.5–3 m tall at maturity)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves: huge, dark green with pronounced silver veins, wavy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm: erect, tropical, imposing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth: fast under favorable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple and practical care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: bright indirect or partial shade (avoid harsh direct sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: warm (day 24–30°C, night minimum 18°C) – does not tolerate cold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: abundant, keep substrate slightly moist (but not soggy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity: high\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubstrate: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/products\/substrat-araceae\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Alocasia Substrate\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003erich, airy, and well-drained\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilization: regular with fertilizer for green plants during the growing season (spring–autumn)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAlocasia portei 'Malaysian Monster' is the perfect choice if you want a statement plant with strong visual impact and a tropical jungle look. It looks spectacular in tall living rooms, greenhouses, or bright corners of the house. It’s a true elegant “monster”! 🌿\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: Alocasia is a sensitive plant. Therefore, you may receive plants with some leaf imperfections, but these do not affect the plant’s viability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecimens with 2-3 leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight with pot included approx. 20 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"10 cm pot","offer_id":47796919107910,"sku":"","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/2C092580-E2AA-4AA2-AB1A-C44FD9C7B524.jpg?v=1772743520","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-de\/products\/alocasia-portei","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}