Alocasia nycteris vs Colocasia fallax
Side-by-side comparison
| Alocasia nycteris | Attribute | Colocasia fallax |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Bright indirect |
| Moderate | Water | High |
| Hard | Difficulty | Moderate |
| ✓ | Toxic to Pets | ✗ |
| Araceae | Family | Araceae |
Alocasia nycteris
Alocasia nycteris, commonly known as the bat alocasia or the batwing alocasia, is a plant in the family Araceae. It is endemic to island of Panay in the Philippines. It is cultivated as an ornamental...
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":"","b":""}
- Native Region
- {"a":"","b":"the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China"}
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Alocasia nycteris or Colocasia fallax?
For ease of care, Colocasia fallax. Alocasia nycteris is hard difficulty while Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty.
Do Alocasia nycteris and Colocasia fallax need the same light?
Alocasia nycteris prefers bright indirect while Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.
Are Alocasia nycteris and Colocasia fallax safe for pets?
Alocasia nycteris is toxic to pets and Colocasia fallax is pet-safe.
Can I grow Alocasia nycteris and Colocasia fallax together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.