Cast Iron Plant vs Corn Plant
Side-by-side comparison
| Aspidistra elatior | Attribute | Dracaena fragrans |
|---|---|---|
| Low light | Light | Bright indirect |
| Low | Water | Moderate |
| Easy | Difficulty | Easy |
| ✗ | Toxic to Pets | ✓ |
| Asparagaceae | Family | Asparagaceae |
Light
Aspidistra elatior
Low light
Dracaena fragrans
Bright indirect
Water
Aspidistra elatior
Low
Dracaena fragrans
Moderate
Difficulty
Aspidistra elatior
Easy
Dracaena fragrans
Easy
Toxic to Pets
Aspidistra elatior
✗
Dracaena fragrans
✓
Family
Aspidistra elatior
Asparagaceae
Dracaena fragrans
Asparagaceae
Aspidistra elatior
Aspidistra elatior, the cast-iron-plant or bar-room plant, also known in Japanese as haran or baran (葉蘭) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to Japan and Taiwan....
Dracaena fragrans
Dracaena fragrans, is a flowering plant species that is native to tropical Africa, from Sudan south to Mozambique, west to Côte d'Ivoire and southwest to Angola, growing in upland regions at...
Comparison Summary
- Light
- {"a":"Low light","b":"Bright indirect"}
- Water
- {"a":"Low","b":"Moderate"}
- Difficulty
- {"a":"Easy","b":"Easy"}
- Toxic To Pets
- {"a":"No","b":"Yes"}
- Family
- {"a":"Asparagaceae","b":"Asparagaceae"}
- Max Height
- {"a":"2-3 ft","b":"4-6 ft indoors"}
- Native Region
- {"a":"Japan and Taiwan","b":""}
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Cast Iron Plant or Corn Plant?
For ease of care, both are similar. Cast Iron Plant is easy difficulty while Corn Plant is easy difficulty.
Do Cast Iron Plant and Corn Plant need the same light?
Cast Iron Plant prefers low light while Corn Plant prefers bright indirect.
Are Cast Iron Plant and Corn Plant safe for pets?
Cast Iron Plant is pet-safe and Corn Plant is toxic to pets.
Can I grow Cast Iron Plant and Corn Plant together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.