Alocasia sarawakensis vs Scindapsus pictus
Side-by-side comparison
| Alocasia sarawakensis | Attribute | Scindapsus pictus |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Bright indirect |
| Moderate | Water | Moderate |
| 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...
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 sarawakensis or Scindapsus pictus?
For ease of care, Scindapsus pictus. Alocasia sarawakensis is hard difficulty while Scindapsus pictus is moderate difficulty.
Do Alocasia sarawakensis and Scindapsus pictus need the same light?
Alocasia sarawakensis prefers bright indirect while Scindapsus pictus prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.
Are Alocasia sarawakensis and Scindapsus pictus safe for pets?
Alocasia sarawakensis is toxic to pets and Scindapsus pictus is pet-safe.
Can I grow Alocasia sarawakensis and Scindapsus pictus together?
Yes, they have similar care needs and can be grown side by side.