Alocasia sanderiana vs Hilo beauty elephant ear

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Alocasia sanderiana
Bright indirect
Caladium praetermissum
Bright indirect
Water
Alocasia sanderiana
Moderate
Caladium praetermissum
Moderate
Difficulty
Alocasia sanderiana
Hard
Caladium praetermissum
Moderate
Toxic to Pets
Alocasia sanderiana
Caladium praetermissum
Family
Alocasia sanderiana
Araceae
Caladium praetermissum
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...

Caladium praetermissum

Caladium praetermissum, the Hilo beauty elephant ear, is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. Known only from cultivation, it is thought to be native to the New World Tropics. It is a...

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":"3 ft"}
Native Region
{"a":"","b":"the New World Tropics"}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Alocasia sanderiana or Hilo beauty elephant ear?

For ease of care, Hilo beauty elephant ear. Alocasia sanderiana is hard difficulty while Hilo beauty elephant ear is moderate difficulty.

Do Alocasia sanderiana and Hilo beauty elephant ear need the same light?

Alocasia sanderiana prefers bright indirect while Hilo beauty elephant ear prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.

Are Alocasia sanderiana and Hilo beauty elephant ear safe for pets?

Alocasia sanderiana is toxic to pets and Hilo beauty elephant ear is pet-safe.

Can I grow Alocasia sanderiana and Hilo beauty elephant ear together?

Yes, they have similar care needs and can be grown side by side.