Alocasia zebrina vs Hilo beauty elephant ear

Side-by-side comparison

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

Alocasia zebrina

Alocasia zebrina, commonly known as the zebra plant or zebrina alocasia, is a plant in the family Araceae. It is endemic to the islands of Luzon, Mindanao, Leyte, Samar, Biliran, and Alabat in the...

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 zebrina or Hilo beauty elephant ear?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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