Alocasia lauterbachiana vs Colocasia fallax
Side-by-side comparison
| Alocasia lauterbachiana | Attribute | Colocasia fallax |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Bright indirect |
| Moderate | Water | High |
| Hard | Difficulty | Moderate |
| ✓ | Toxic to Pets | ✗ |
| Araceae | Family | Araceae |
Alocasia lauterbachiana
Alocasia lauterbachiana, the purple sword, silver sword, or baroque sword, is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae, native to northern New Guinea and the Bismarck Archipelago. With its...
Colocasia fallax
Colocasia fallax, the silver leaf dwarf elephant ear or dwarf taro, is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae, native to the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China, and mainland...
Comparison Summary
- Light
- {"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Bright indirect"}
- Water
- {"a":"Moderate","b":"High"}
- Difficulty
- {"a":"Hard","b":"Moderate"}
- Toxic To Pets
- {"a":"Yes","b":"No"}
- Family
- {"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
- Max Height
- {"a":"5 ft","b":""}
- Native Region
- {"a":"northern New Guinea and the Bismarck Archipelago","b":"the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China"}
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Alocasia lauterbachiana or Colocasia fallax?
For ease of care, Colocasia fallax. Alocasia lauterbachiana is hard difficulty while Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty.
Do Alocasia lauterbachiana and Colocasia fallax need the same light?
Alocasia lauterbachiana prefers bright indirect while Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.
Are Alocasia lauterbachiana and Colocasia fallax safe for pets?
Alocasia lauterbachiana is toxic to pets and Colocasia fallax is pet-safe.
Can I grow Alocasia lauterbachiana and Colocasia fallax together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.