Alocasia sarawakensis vs Colocasia fallax
Side-by-side comparison
| Alocasia sarawakensis | Attribute | Colocasia fallax |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Bright indirect |
| Moderate | Water | High |
| Hard | Difficulty | Moderate |
| ✓ | Toxic to Pets | ✗ |
| Araceae | Family | Araceae |
Alocasia sarawakensis
Alocasia sarawakensis is a species of flowering plant in the elephant ear genus Alocasia, native to Borneo. Unusually for an aroid, it is a freshwater swamp forest obligate, preferring well-lit...
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":"Borneo","b":"the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China"}
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Alocasia sarawakensis or Colocasia fallax?
For ease of care, Colocasia fallax. Alocasia sarawakensis is hard difficulty while Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty.
Do Alocasia sarawakensis and Colocasia fallax need the same light?
Alocasia sarawakensis prefers bright indirect while Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.
Are Alocasia sarawakensis and Colocasia fallax safe for pets?
Alocasia sarawakensis is toxic to pets and Colocasia fallax is pet-safe.
Can I grow Alocasia sarawakensis and Colocasia fallax together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.