Alocasia sanderiana vs Colocasia fallax
Side-by-side comparison
| Alocasia sanderiana | Attribute | Colocasia fallax |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Bright indirect |
| Moderate | Water | High |
| Hard | Difficulty | Moderate |
| ✓ | Toxic to Pets | ✗ |
| Araceae | Family | Araceae |
Alocasia sanderiana
Alocasia sanderiana, commonly known as the kris plant or Sander's alocasia, is a plant in the family Araceae. It is endemic to Northern Mindanao in the Philippines, but is commonly grown as an...
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 sanderiana or Colocasia fallax?
For ease of care, Colocasia fallax. Alocasia sanderiana is hard difficulty while Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty.
Do Alocasia sanderiana and Colocasia fallax need the same light?
Alocasia sanderiana prefers bright indirect while Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.
Are Alocasia sanderiana and Colocasia fallax safe for pets?
Alocasia sanderiana is toxic to pets and Colocasia fallax is pet-safe.
Can I grow Alocasia sanderiana and Colocasia fallax together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.