Anthurium radicans vs Colocasia fallax
Side-by-side comparison
| Anthurium radicans | Attribute | Colocasia fallax |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Bright indirect |
| Moderate | Water | High |
| Moderate | Difficulty | Moderate |
| ✓ | Toxic to Pets | ✗ |
| Araceae | Family | Araceae |
Anthurium radicans
Anthurium radicans, the trailing anthurium, is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. A climber, it is native to wetter areas of eastern Brazil. Its unusual flower morphology led to it...
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":"Moderate","b":"Moderate"}
- Toxic To Pets
- {"a":"Yes","b":"No"}
- Family
- {"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
- Max Height
- {"a":"","b":""}
- Native Region
- {"a":"wetter areas of eastern Brazil","b":"the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China"}
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Anthurium radicans or Colocasia fallax?
For ease of care, both are similar. Anthurium radicans is moderate difficulty while Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty.
Do Anthurium radicans and Colocasia fallax need the same light?
Anthurium radicans prefers bright indirect while Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.
Are Anthurium radicans and Colocasia fallax safe for pets?
Anthurium radicans is toxic to pets and Colocasia fallax is pet-safe.
Can I grow Anthurium radicans and Colocasia fallax together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.