Chinese Evergreen vs Colocasia fallax

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Aglaonema
Low light
Colocasia fallax
Bright indirect
Water
Aglaonema
Moderate
Colocasia fallax
High
Difficulty
Aglaonema
Easy
Colocasia fallax
Moderate
Toxic to Pets
Aglaonema
Colocasia fallax
Family
Aglaonema
Araceae
Colocasia fallax
Araceae

Aglaonema

Aglaonema is a genus of flowering plants in the arum family, Araceae. They are native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and New Guinea. They are known commonly as Chinese evergreens.

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":"Low light","b":"Bright indirect"}
Water
{"a":"Moderate","b":"High"}
Difficulty
{"a":"Easy","b":"Moderate"}
Toxic To Pets
{"a":"Yes","b":"No"}
Family
{"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
Max Height
{"a":"1-3 ft","b":"Varies"}
Native Region
{"a":"tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and New Guinea","b":"the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China"}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Chinese Evergreen or Colocasia fallax?

For ease of care, Chinese Evergreen. Chinese Evergreen is easy difficulty while Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty.

Do Chinese Evergreen and Colocasia fallax need the same light?

Chinese Evergreen prefers low light while Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect.

Are Chinese Evergreen and Colocasia fallax safe for pets?

Chinese Evergreen is toxic to pets and Colocasia fallax is pet-safe.

Can I grow Chinese Evergreen and Colocasia fallax together?

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