Alocasia princeps vs Scindapsus pictus
Side-by-side comparison
| Alocasia princeps | Attribute | Scindapsus pictus |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Bright indirect |
| Moderate | Water | Moderate |
| Hard | Difficulty | Moderate |
| ✓ | Toxic to Pets | ✗ |
| Araceae | Family | Araceae |
Alocasia princeps
Alocasia princeps is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae, native to Borneo. With its V-shaped leaves it is sometimes kept as a houseplant. There are two cultivars, 'Purple Cloak' 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":"Hard","b":"Moderate"}
- Toxic To Pets
- {"a":"Yes","b":"No"}
- Family
- {"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
- Max Height
- {"a":"","b":""}
- Native Region
- {"a":"Borneo","b":"Bangladesh, Borneo, India, Java, Peninsular Malaysia, the..."}
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Alocasia princeps or Scindapsus pictus?
For ease of care, Scindapsus pictus. Alocasia princeps is hard difficulty while Scindapsus pictus is moderate difficulty.
Do Alocasia princeps and Scindapsus pictus need the same light?
Alocasia princeps prefers bright indirect while Scindapsus pictus prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.
Are Alocasia princeps and Scindapsus pictus safe for pets?
Alocasia princeps is toxic to pets and Scindapsus pictus is pet-safe.
Can I grow Alocasia princeps and Scindapsus pictus together?
Yes, they have similar care needs and can be grown side by side.