Cast Iron Plant vs Flaming Katy

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Aspidistra elatior
Low light
Kalanchoe 'Tarantula'
Full sun
Water
Aspidistra elatior
Low
Kalanchoe 'Tarantula'
Low
Difficulty
Aspidistra elatior
Easy
Kalanchoe 'Tarantula'
Easy
Toxic to Pets
Aspidistra elatior
Kalanchoe 'Tarantula'
Family
Aspidistra elatior
Asparagaceae
Kalanchoe 'Tarantula'
Crassulaceae

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....

Kalanchoe 'Tarantula'

Kalanchoe 'Tarantula', or Kalanchoe katapifa 'Tarantula', is a succulent cultivar in the kalanchoe genus that produces small bouquets of pink flowers.

Comparison Summary

Light
{"a":"Low light","b":"Full sun"}
Water
{"a":"Low","b":"Low"}
Difficulty
{"a":"Easy","b":"Easy"}
Toxic To Pets
{"a":"No","b":"Yes"}
Family
{"a":"Asparagaceae","b":"Crassulaceae"}
Max Height
{"a":"2-3 ft","b":"1-2 ft"}
Native Region
{"a":"Japan and Taiwan","b":""}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Cast Iron Plant or Flaming Katy?

For ease of care, both are similar. Cast Iron Plant is easy difficulty while Flaming Katy is easy difficulty.

Do Cast Iron Plant and Flaming Katy need the same light?

Cast Iron Plant prefers low light while Flaming Katy prefers full sun.

Are Cast Iron Plant and Flaming Katy safe for pets?

Cast Iron Plant is pet-safe and Flaming Katy is toxic to pets.

Can I grow Cast Iron Plant and Flaming Katy together?

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