Pulchriphyllium giganteum "Tapah Hills" Eggs

Pulchriphyllium giganteum "Tapah Hills", commonly known as the Giant Malaysian leaf insect, is a fascinating species native to the West Malaysian tropics. As one of the largest known leaf insects, reaching up to ~110mm in length, it is a popular choice among entomologists and insect enthusiasts alike. Personally, this is one of my favourite leaf insect species — they are truly beautiful.

Egg Information

• When were the eggs laid?: Within the last 1–4 months. This species is parthenogenetic, meaning all eggs will hatch into females.
• When will the eggs hatch?: Usually 6–12 months depending on conditions, with most hatching around 9–11 months.

How to Hatch

• Temperature: Best kept at a consistent 23 °C, but a range of 20–28 °C is also suitable.
• Lighting: A natural photoperiod (day-and-night light cycle) is optimal.
• Humidity: Optimal humidity is 70–80%. Lightly spritz the egg container every other day to maintain this level.

For more details on the incubation of phasmid eggs, please read my article: How to properly care for your stick and leaf insect eggs: A complete and comprehensive guide

For a care sheet on this species and more photos, click here.

Eggs are packaged safely and securely in a test tube and shipped in a bubble wrap–padded envelope.

Note: If you are interested in larger quantities than those listed, or want any advise, please get in contact!