Light
Bright indirect • ≈ 10–20k lux • Grow light target: DLI 6–12
Araceae
Alocasia portei
VAT included · plus
Quick overview of our standard shipping rates, free-shipping thresholds and typical transit times for the countries we currently serve. Remote-area surcharges for certain postcodes are added automatically at checkout where applicable.
For full details, winter shipping rules and packaging information, please visit our Shipping & Delivery page.
| Country | Shipping | Free from | Transit time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austria | € 12.95 | € 100 | 2–4 working days |
| Belgium | € 8.95 | € 100 | 1–2 working days |
| Bulgaria | € 21.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| Croatia | € 29.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| Cyprus (²) | € 39.95 | No free shipping | 5–7 working days |
| Czechia | € 16.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Denmark (¹) | € 16.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Estonia | € 18.95 | € 200 | 2–4 working days |
| Finland | € 29.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| France (¹) | € 12.95 | € 100 | 2–4 working days |
| Germany | € 8.95 | € 70 | 1–2 working days |
| Greece (¹²) | € 29.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| Hungary | € 18.95 | € 200 | 2–4 working days |
| Ireland | € 14.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Italy (¹) | € 14.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Latvia | € 18.95 | € 200 | 5–7 working days |
| Lithuania | € 18.95 | € 200 | 2–4 working days |
| Luxembourg | € 12.95 | € 100 | 1–2 working days |
| Malta (²) | € 39.95 | No free shipping | 5–7 working days |
| Netherlands | € 8.95 | € 100 | 1–2 working days |
| Norway (³) | € 21.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| Poland | € 12.95 | € 100 | 2–4 working days |
| Portugal (¹) | € 14.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Romania | € 21.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| Slovakia | € 18.95 | € 200 | 5–7 working days |
| Slovenia | € 18.95 | € 200 | 5–7 working days |
| Spain (¹) | € 12.95 | € 100 | 2–4 working days |
| Sweden | € 18.95 | € 200 | 2–4 working days |
| Switzerland | € 29.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| United Kingdom (¹³) | € 18.95 | € 200 | 5–7 working days |
Notes
- ¹ Island / remote-area surcharge: added automatically at checkout for affected postcodes, including Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, Faroe Islands, Azores, Madeira, Balearic Islands, selected Greek island postcodes, Scottish Highlands & islands, and Northern Ireland (BT1–71; BT74–82; BT86–88; BT92–97). Canary Islands: we currently do not ship there.
- ² Cyprus, Greece & Malta: delivery is possible, but courier reliability can vary; arrival times and plant condition cannot be guaranteed. The 28-day guarantee does not apply to plants shipped to these destinations due to unpredictable transit times.
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³ United Kingdom: orders ship on Wednesdays only (order cut-off: Tuesdays, 12:00).
Import duties, taxes, and fees are payable by the customer (not included) — please check with your local customs authority for details.
All required phytosanitary paperwork is included.
For the UK, the 28-day guarantee does not apply to plants due to potential customs delays.
Norway: All required phytosanitary paperwork is included. For Norway, the 28-day guarantee does not apply to plants due to potential customs delays.
- Curated selection:
Every plant is hand‑picked for health and visual appeal, so you receive a strong, well‑established plant.
- Representative photos:
Product images show a typical plant of this variety. Natural differences in leaf number, shape or variegation are normal – your plant will still match in type and quality.
- Size details:
Listed sizes refer to pot diameter (cm) and approximate overall height (cm) from the base of the pot to the tallest leaf or stem.
- “Get What You See” items:
If you are buying the exact plant shown in the photos, this is clearly stated in the size section.
- Individual photos:
One‑off photos are only provided when this is explicitly mentioned in the size section. - For special traits or small quirks, please check the full product description.
Secure shipping – carefully packed orders with safe delivery across the EU, UK and Switzerland.
28-day plant guarantee – if a plant arrives damaged or fails soon after delivery, we help you make it right.
Free returns – simple, cost-free returns according to our policy.
For full details, please see:
Alocasia porteiQuick Care Guide
Watering
Water when ~40–60% dry
Potting mix
Aerated • Moisture-buffered • Balanced organic + mineral • Medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–29 °C • Avoid below: 15 °C
Growth habit
arborescent pachycaul terrestrial herb
Support
none
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 250 cm • Max. spread: 180 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
Luzon, Philippines; wet tropical biome
How to read these metrics
These metrics are standardised reference points. We compile them by reviewing and cross-checking multiple botanical and horticultural references, then refining them through real-world growing experience. Source links: Plant Care Resources.
Please use the values as guidance. Conditions vary by home, so the same plant can respond differently. For plant-specific context, read the full product description and browse our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level + approximate lux at leaf level; DLI is the daily light “dose” for grow lights.
- Watering: “% dry” is the trigger before watering again; lower % stays more evenly moist.
- Potting mix: one-line profile (structure/drainage • moisture buffer • base • particle size).
- Temperature: “Ideal” comfort range; “Avoid below” marks higher stress risk.
- Humidity: target bands (Normal/Moist/Humid); consistency usually matters most.
- Growth habit: growth form (rosette, trailing, climbing) for placement and training.
- Support: needed/optional/none — whether stake, pole, or trellis improves structure and size.
- Growth speed: fast/average/slow under decent indoor conditions—expectations, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term potential; format differs for climbers vs. trailers.
- Toxicity & safety: chemical irritants/toxicity and physical hazards (spines, bristles).
- Origin & habitat: native region + typical biome/habitat as context.
Alocasia portei – Monumental Elephant Ear from the Rainforests of Luzon
Alocasia portei is a towering tropical aroid from the Philippines, famous for its colossal, deeply lobed leaves and trunk-forming growth. Endemic to Luzon, this giant elephant ear brings the scale of a jungle canopy indoors. It’s a statement species for collectors who appreciate bold, sculptural foliage and the unmatched drama of mature Alocasia architecture. See more relatives in our Alocasia Collection.
Distinctive Traits of Alocasia portei
- Imposing presence: Forms a thick trunk up to 6 m tall in nature, making it one of the largest Alocasia species.
- Leaf design: Deeply lobed, pinnatifid blades up to 1.5 m long with crisped margins and a bold central vein.
- Stem pattern: Mottled chocolate-brown petioles and purple leaf undersides create strong visual contrast.
- Rarity: Endemic to Luzon and propagated slowly, keeping Alocasia portei a prized collector’s aroid.
Natural Habitat and Adaptation
In its native Philippine rainforest, Alocasia portei grows under filtered sunlight, steady humidity, and loose, organic soils. Temperatures range from 18 – 30 °C with high year-round moisture. Indoors, recreate this environment with bright indirect light and breathable substrates to support its trunk-forming habit and oversized leaves.
Growing Alocasia portei Indoors or Under Glass
- Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh midday rays. For placement ideas, check our indoor light guide.
- Water: Let the top 15 – 20 % of soil dry before watering again. Prevent soggy roots with proper drainage – details in our root-rot prevention guide.
- Humidity: Keep above 65 %; dry air causes crisping along leaf edges.
- Temperature: Ideal 18 – 30 °C; growth slows below 12 °C.
- Substrate: Use a chunky, airy aroid mix or mineral semi-hydro medium; learn ratios in our aroid substrate guide.
- Feeding: Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during active growth.
- Potting: Begin in a deep 25 cm pot and upsize gradually to support trunk expansion.
- Propagation: Achieved through offsets or tissue culture; divisions rarely succeed due to thick rhizomes.
Typical Issues and Quick Fixes
- Wilting or leaf drop: Usually caused by overwatering or temperature fluctuation; stabilize conditions.
- Dry margins: Result of low humidity or inconsistent watering; increase ambient moisture.
- Pests: Spider mites and thrips may appear in dry air; wipe foliage and maintain airflow.
Botanical Background and Etymology
Alocasia portei was described by Heinrich Schott (1862) and named after French botanist Marius Porte, who collected tropical flora across Southeast Asia. Porte died on Luzon – the same island where this species evolved – leaving his legacy in multiple plant names including Portea and Phalaenopsis intermedia var. portei.
Inflorescence and Floral Features
Mature specimens produce paired inflorescences up to 40 cm, with mottled brown spathes and segmented spadices. Their mild fragrance attracts nocturnal pollinators in habitat. Flowering indoors is rare but achievable in stable greenhouse conditions.
Additional Notes for Collectors
This Philippine Alocasia species contributes its structure and vigor to hybrids such as Alocasia 'Portora' and 'Imperial Red'. Its cold sensitivity means it thrives best in conservatories or warm atriums with constant humidity. Occasional cream-variegated sports have appeared but remain exceptionally scarce in cultivation.
FAQs – Alocasia portei Care
- Can Alocasia portei fit in normal living spaces? Not long term – it needs generous vertical and horizontal space.
- Is it suitable for semi-hydro? Yes, when grown in mineral substrates with stable nutrients and airflow.
- Does it flower indoors? Rarely, but mature greenhouse plants may bloom once humidity and light are ideal.
- Is Alocasia portei toxic? Yes, like other aroids, it contains calcium oxalate crystals; keep away from pets and children.
Experience the Grandeur of Alocasia portei
Alocasia portei isn’t just a plant – it’s a piece of rainforest architecture. Its immense, sculptural leaves and trunk-like form redefine what a houseplant can be. Ideal for collectors or greenhouse displays seeking scale and rarity. Order Alocasia portei now and bring a living monument of tropical design into your collection.
Plant Care Basics:
Your new plant has just travelled a long way and needs a calm start in its new home. For step-by-step unboxing and first-week care, check our after-delivery care guide. For deeper tips on how your plant settles in over the next weeks, read our houseplant acclimatization guide.
- Care basics – Main hub with links to all houseplant care guides.
- After delivery & first week – Unpacking, first placement, and early recovery.
- Light – How much light houseplants really need indoors.
- Watering – When to water and how to avoid root rot.
- Substrates & roots – Potting mixes and drainage for strong root systems.
- Humidity – When humidity matters and what actually helps.
- Fertilizing – Simple feeding routine without burning roots.
- Problems & pests – Yellow leaves, brown tips, bugs, and fixes that work.
- Semi-hydro – How to run low-maintenance mineral substrates.
Alocasia portei
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Alocasia portei
Sale price€20,00
Araceae
VAT included · plus
- Curated selection:
Every plant is hand‑picked for health and visual appeal, so you receive a strong, well‑established plant.
- Representative photos:
Product images show a typical plant of this variety. Natural differences in leaf number, shape or variegation are normal – your plant will still match in type and quality.
- Size details:
Listed sizes refer to pot diameter (cm) and approximate overall height (cm) from the base of the pot to the tallest leaf or stem.
- “Get What You See” items:
If you are buying the exact plant shown in the photos, this is clearly stated in the size section.
- Individual photos:
One‑off photos are only provided when this is explicitly mentioned in the size section. - For special traits or small quirks, please check the full product description.
Secure shipping – carefully packed orders with safe delivery across the EU, UK and Switzerland.
28-day plant guarantee – if a plant arrives damaged or fails soon after delivery, we help you make it right.
Free returns – simple, cost-free returns according to our policy.
For full details, please see:
Alocasia porteiQuick Care Guide
Light
Bright indirect • ≈ 10–20k lux • Grow light target: DLI 6–12
Watering
Water when ~40–60% dry
Potting mix
Aerated • Moisture-buffered • Balanced organic + mineral • Medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–29 °C • Avoid below: 15 °C
Growth habit
arborescent pachycaul terrestrial herb
Support
none
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 250 cm • Max. spread: 180 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
Luzon, Philippines; wet tropical biome
How to read these metrics
These metrics are standardised reference points. We compile them by reviewing and cross-checking multiple botanical and horticultural references, then refining them through real-world growing experience. Source links: Plant Care Resources.
Please use the values as guidance. Conditions vary by home, so the same plant can respond differently. For plant-specific context, read the full product description and browse our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level + approximate lux at leaf level; DLI is the daily light “dose” for grow lights.
- Watering: “% dry” is the trigger before watering again; lower % stays more evenly moist.
- Potting mix: one-line profile (structure/drainage • moisture buffer • base • particle size).
- Temperature: “Ideal” comfort range; “Avoid below” marks higher stress risk.
- Humidity: target bands (Normal/Moist/Humid); consistency usually matters most.
- Growth habit: growth form (rosette, trailing, climbing) for placement and training.
- Support: needed/optional/none — whether stake, pole, or trellis improves structure and size.
- Growth speed: fast/average/slow under decent indoor conditions—expectations, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term potential; format differs for climbers vs. trailers.
- Toxicity & safety: chemical irritants/toxicity and physical hazards (spines, bristles).
- Origin & habitat: native region + typical biome/habitat as context.
