Anthurium andraeanum vs Colocasia fallax

Side-by-side comparison

Choosing between Anthurium andraeanum and Colocasia fallax depends on your specific needs and priorities.

When it comes to water, Anthurium andraeanum offers Moderate compared to Colocasia fallax's High. When it comes to toxic to pets, Anthurium andraeanum offers true compared to Colocasia fallax's false.

Below is a detailed side-by-side breakdown to help you make an informed decision between these two plants.

Light
Anthurium andraeanum
Bright indirect
Colocasia fallax
Bright indirect
Water
Anthurium andraeanum
Moderate
Colocasia fallax
High
Difficulty
Anthurium andraeanum
Moderate
Colocasia fallax
Moderate
Toxic to Pets
Anthurium andraeanum
Colocasia fallax
Family
Anthurium andraeanum
Araceae
Colocasia fallax
Araceae

Anthurium andraeanum

Anthurium andraeanum is a flowering plant species in the family Araceae that is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is a winner of the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.

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
Bright indirect vs Bright indirect
Water
Moderate vs High
Difficulty
Moderate vs Moderate
Toxic To Pets
Yes vs No
Family
Araceae vs Araceae
Max Height
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Native Region
Colombia and Ecuador vs the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Anthurium andraeanum or Colocasia fallax?

For ease of care, both are similar. Anthurium andraeanum is moderate difficulty while Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty.

Do Anthurium andraeanum and Colocasia fallax need the same light?

Anthurium andraeanum prefers bright indirect while Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.

Are Anthurium andraeanum and Colocasia fallax safe for pets?

Anthurium andraeanum is toxic to pets and Colocasia fallax is pet-safe.

Can I grow Anthurium andraeanum and Colocasia fallax together?

They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.