{"product_id":"amorphophallus-amorphophallus-maxwellii-plante","title":"Maxwell's amorphophallus (Amorphophallus maxwellii) | plant","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRARE | NOTE: CONCERNS PLANTS\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAmorphophallus maxwellii\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maxwells amorphophallus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maxwell's Amorphophallus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"c0f97218-73d4-480f-8cc1-a84a9430036c\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"332\" data-start=\"191\"\u003eWe have finally succeeded in germinating seeds of this rare \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/eksotiske-planter-amorphophallus\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"274\" data-start=\"258\"\u003eAmorphophallus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e species – an exciting opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts! \u003cem data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"283\"\u003eAmorphophallus maxwellii\u003c\/em\u003e is a rarely offered species in the aroid world – a smaller, but highly decorative plant with great collector value. The species originates from Southeast Asia, where it grows in humid forest areas and monsoon-influenced regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eLike many other members of the Araceae family (aroids), \u003cem data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"567\"\u003eA. maxwellii\u003c\/em\u003e develops a single, marbled stem with an elegant, palm-like leaf. But where larger \u003cem data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"667\"\u003eAmorphophallus\u003c\/em\u003e species such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/amorphophallus-konjac?\" title=\"Leopardstilk (Amorphophallus konjac) | plante\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"686\"\u003ekonjac\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eand \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/elefantyams-amorphophallus-paeoniifolius-plante?\" title=\"Elefantyams (Amorphophallus paeoniifolius) | plante\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"705\"\u003epaeoniifolius\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eimpress with size, \u003cem data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"749\"\u003emaxwellii\u003c\/em\u003e wins on its more compact and manageable form – ideal for pots, small greenhouses, or tropical windowsills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"884\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eAppearance and growth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003eThe tuber is smaller and flattened, and from it, a single decorative leaf emerges, which can reach 30–60 cm in height. The stem is often spotted in shades of green and pink. When the plant is old enough, it develops a characteristic inflorescence: a dark reddish-brown to purple spathe with a slender spadix, which – true to the genus – emits a short-lived, strong scent to attract pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eUsage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003eThe plant is primarily grown as an ornamental plant and collector's item. Its modest size and exotic appearance make it perfect for those who would like to grow \u003cem data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eAmorphophallus\u003c\/em\u003e in more limited space, but still desire that dramatic expression and exciting life cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eCultivation and care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade or bright, filtered sun. Avoid direct sun during the hottest hours.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives at 20–30 °C. Cannot tolerate frost.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, humus-rich soil – preferably with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kokosmuld-kul-3-liter\" title=\"Kokosmuld (3 liter)\"\u003ecoconut coir\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/perlite-3-liter-2-6-mm\" title=\"Perlite (3 liter) | 2-6 mm\"\u003eperlite\u003c\/a\u003e, or sand mixed in.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid letting the tuber sit in wet soil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/okologisk-godning-450-ml\" title=\"Økologisk gødning (450 ml)\"\u003eorganic fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e every 2–3 weeks during the growing season.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2137\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003eOverwintering:\u003c\/strong\u003e When the leaf dies back (usually in the autumn), lift the tuber and store it in a dry, dark place at approx. 10–15 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2451\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003eAmorphophallus maxwellii\u003c\/em\u003e is an enchanting little species with everything one loves about the genus: exotic beauty, exciting flowering, and an almost magical life cycle – but in a more compact, space-friendly version. A perfect introduction to \u003cem data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003eAmorphophallus\u003c\/em\u003e, or a beautiful addition to the experienced collector's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pictures are intended as examples of the plant and do not necessarily represent the exact plant being purchased.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Seedling (approx. 10 cm)","offer_id":54405925732620,"sku":null,"price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Amorphophallus_maxwellii_3.jpg?v=1753214119","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/en-bg\/products\/amorphophallus-amorphophallus-maxwellii-plante","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}