Alocasia baginda vs Hilo beauty elephant ear

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Alocasia baginda
Bright indirect
Caladium praetermissum
Bright indirect
Water
Alocasia baginda
Moderate
Caladium praetermissum
Moderate
Difficulty
Alocasia baginda
Hard
Caladium praetermissum
Moderate
Toxic to Pets
Alocasia baginda
Caladium praetermissum
Family
Alocasia baginda
Araceae
Caladium praetermissum
Araceae

Alocasia baginda

Alocasia baginda is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae, native to Kalimantan, Indonesia. As a houseplant it is rare in commerce, with the unimproved species, and the cultivars...

Caladium praetermissum

Caladium praetermissum, the Hilo beauty elephant ear, is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. Known only from cultivation, it is thought to be native to the New World Tropics. It is a...

Comparison Summary

Light
{"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Bright indirect"}
Water
{"a":"Moderate","b":"Moderate"}
Difficulty
{"a":"Hard","b":"Moderate"}
Toxic To Pets
{"a":"Yes","b":"No"}
Family
{"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
Max Height
{"a":"","b":"3 ft"}
Native Region
{"a":"Kalimantan, Indonesia","b":"the New World Tropics"}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Alocasia baginda or Hilo beauty elephant ear?

For ease of care, Hilo beauty elephant ear. Alocasia baginda is hard difficulty while Hilo beauty elephant ear is moderate difficulty.

Do Alocasia baginda and Hilo beauty elephant ear need the same light?

Alocasia baginda prefers bright indirect while Hilo beauty elephant ear prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.

Are Alocasia baginda and Hilo beauty elephant ear safe for pets?

Alocasia baginda is toxic to pets and Hilo beauty elephant ear is pet-safe.

Can I grow Alocasia baginda and Hilo beauty elephant ear together?

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