Aglaonema commutatum vs Scindapsus pictus

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Aglaonema commutatum
Bright indirect
Scindapsus pictus
Bright indirect
Water
Aglaonema commutatum
Moderate
Scindapsus pictus
Moderate
Difficulty
Aglaonema commutatum
Easy
Scindapsus pictus
Moderate
Toxic to Pets
Aglaonema commutatum
Scindapsus pictus
Family
Aglaonema commutatum
Araceae
Scindapsus pictus
Araceae

Aglaonema commutatum

Aglaonema commutatum, the poison dart plant, is a species of flowering plant in the Chinese evergreen genus Aglaonema, family Araceae. It is native to the Philippines and northeastern Sulawesi, and...

Scindapsus pictus

Scindapsus pictus, commonly called satin pothos, silver pothos, or silver vine, is a species of flowering plant in the aroid or arum family, Araceae, native to Bangladesh, Borneo, India, Java,...

Comparison Summary

Light
{"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Bright indirect"}
Water
{"a":"Moderate","b":"Moderate"}
Difficulty
{"a":"Easy","b":"Moderate"}
Toxic To Pets
{"a":"Yes","b":"No"}
Family
{"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
Max Height
{"a":"","b":""}
Native Region
{"a":"the Philippines and northeastern Sulawesi","b":"Bangladesh, Borneo, India, Java, Peninsular Malaysia, the..."}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Aglaonema commutatum or Scindapsus pictus?

For ease of care, Aglaonema commutatum. Aglaonema commutatum is easy difficulty while Scindapsus pictus is moderate difficulty.

Do Aglaonema commutatum and Scindapsus pictus need the same light?

Aglaonema commutatum prefers bright indirect while Scindapsus pictus prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.

Are Aglaonema commutatum and Scindapsus pictus safe for pets?

Aglaonema commutatum is toxic to pets and Scindapsus pictus is pet-safe.

Can I grow Aglaonema commutatum and Scindapsus pictus together?

Yes, they have similar care needs and can be grown side by side.