Colocasia fallax vs Dumb Cane
Side-by-side comparison
| Colocasia fallax | Attribute | Dieffenbachia |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Bright indirect |
| High | Water | Moderate |
| Moderate | Difficulty | Moderate |
| ✗ | 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...
Dieffenbachia
Dieffenbachia, commonly known as dumb cane or leopard lily, is a genus of tropical flowering plants in the family Araceae. It is native to the New World Tropics from Mexico and the West Indies south...
Comparison Summary
- Light
- {"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Bright indirect"}
- Water
- {"a":"High","b":"Moderate"}
- Difficulty
- {"a":"Moderate","b":"Moderate"}
- Toxic To Pets
- {"a":"No","b":"Yes"}
- Family
- {"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
- Max Height
- {"a":"Varies","b":"3-5 ft indoors"}
- Native Region
- {"a":"the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China","b":"the New World Tropics from Mexico and the West Indies sou..."}
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Colocasia fallax or Dumb Cane?
For ease of care, both are similar. Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty while Dumb Cane is moderate difficulty.
Do Colocasia fallax and Dumb Cane need the same light?
Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect while Dumb Cane prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.
Are Colocasia fallax and Dumb Cane safe for pets?
Colocasia fallax is pet-safe and Dumb Cane is toxic to pets.
Can I grow Colocasia fallax and Dumb Cane together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.