Alocasia portei vs Colocasia fallax
Side-by-side comparison
| Alocasia portei | Attribute | Colocasia fallax |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Bright indirect |
| Moderate | Water | High |
| Hard | Difficulty | Moderate |
| ✓ | Toxic to Pets | ✗ |
| Araceae | Family | Araceae |
Alocasia portei
Alocasia portei is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae, native to Luzon in the Philippines. With Alocasia odora it is the pollen parent of the large landscaping plant Alocasia ×...
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":"Luzon in the Philippines","b":"the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China"}
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Alocasia portei or Colocasia fallax?
For ease of care, Colocasia fallax. Alocasia portei is hard difficulty while Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty.
Do Alocasia portei and Colocasia fallax need the same light?
Alocasia portei prefers bright indirect while Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.
Are Alocasia portei and Colocasia fallax safe for pets?
Alocasia portei is toxic to pets and Colocasia fallax is pet-safe.
Can I grow Alocasia portei and Colocasia fallax together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.