Colocasia fallax vs Arrowhead Vine
Side-by-side comparison
| Colocasia fallax | Attribute | Syngonium podophyllum |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Bright indirect |
| High | Water | Moderate |
| Moderate | Difficulty | Easy |
| ✗ | Toxic to Pets | ✓ |
| Araceae | Family | Araceae |
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...
Syngonium podophyllum
Syngonium podophyllum is a species of aroid that is a popular houseplant. Common names include: arrowhead plant, arrowhead vine, arrowhead philodendron, goosefoot, nephthytis, African evergreen, and...
Comparison Summary
- Light
- {"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Bright indirect"}
- Water
- {"a":"High","b":"Moderate"}
- Difficulty
- {"a":"Moderate","b":"Easy"}
- Toxic To Pets
- {"a":"No","b":"Yes"}
- Family
- {"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
- Max Height
- {"a":"Varies","b":"3-6 ft (trailing)"}
- Native Region
- {"a":"the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China","b":"a wide region of Latin America from Mexico through Bolivia"}
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Colocasia fallax or Arrowhead Vine?
For ease of care, Arrowhead Vine. Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty while Arrowhead Vine is easy difficulty.
Do Colocasia fallax and Arrowhead Vine need the same light?
Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect while Arrowhead Vine prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.
Are Colocasia fallax and Arrowhead Vine safe for pets?
Colocasia fallax is pet-safe and Arrowhead Vine is toxic to pets.
Can I grow Colocasia fallax and Arrowhead Vine together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.