Alocasia portei ‘Zebra’

Stunning species from The Philippines, quite a unique looking Alocasia with a sagittate and deeply pinnatifid leaf that looks somewhere between a Philodendron and an Alocasia. Zebra is a cultivar with incredible petioles reminiscint of Alocasia zebrina.

Growth pattern: Tuberous & compact

Water: Little and often. Keep moist but not waterlogged.

Ideal Position: North or east facing

Light: Medium to bright, indirect light

Humidity disclaimer: This plant will grow well outside of a terrarium or cabinet. However, all tropical plants thrive with higher humidity levels. To achieve this we suggest grouping plants together, or putting them in a bathroom or kitchen which gets regular use.