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Alocasia portei 'Malaysian Monster'

Also Known As

  • Malaysian Monster Elephant Ears

Plant type

perennial, aroid

size

  • H: 4'-10'
  • W: 4'-10'

planting zones

  • 9a-12

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Alocasia portei 'Malaysian Monster' plant details

Alocasia portei 'Malaysian Monster' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aroid with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Alocasia portei 'Malaysian Monster'

Plant type: perennial aroid
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 10 FT - wide, 4 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: big leaves, showy, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alocasia portei 'Malaysian Monster'

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Malaysian Monster' produces leaves giant in size which can reach 6' long. Its highly lobbed leaves add to this Alocasia's monstrous look. Mature height of 9' Quite unique and very beautiful.
Deeply lobed leaves and enormous height make this tropical 'monster" an eye-catching addition to the summer garden. People will stop and stare at this unusual Elephant Ear whose leaves easily reach 3-4' in length. The uniquely mottled stems give it more character. You will probably be the only one in your neighborhood with a 'Malaysian Monster' in your garden. Easy to grow in containers, this Elephant Ear likes plentiful water and fertilizer during the growing season.
Alocasia portei (Malaysian Monster) this large growing species has some of the most dramatic foliage in the Alocasia family. The pinnate leaves are long 2 to 3 feet and 2 to 3 feet wide. These large segmented leaves give a very tropical feel. The petioles are dark brown and streaked. Plants can grow from 4' to over 10' tall in idea conditions.

Gardening facts about Alocasia portei 'Malaysian Monster' plant

How to Grow Alocasia portei 'Malaysian Monster'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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