Colocasia fallax vs Golden Pothos

Side-by-side comparison

Choosing between Colocasia fallax and Epipremnum aureum depends on your specific needs and priorities.

When it comes to light, Colocasia fallax offers Bright indirect compared to Epipremnum aureum's Low light. When it comes to water, Colocasia fallax offers High compared to Epipremnum aureum's Low. When it comes to difficulty, Colocasia fallax offers Moderate compared to Epipremnum aureum's Easy.

Below is a detailed side-by-side breakdown to help you make an informed decision between these two plants.

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

Epipremnum aureum

Pothos is a species in the arum family Araceae, native to Mo'orea in the Society Islands of French Polynesia. The species is a popular houseplant in temperate regions, but has also become naturalised...

Comparison Summary

Light
Bright indirect vs Low light
Water
High vs Low
Difficulty
Moderate vs Easy
Toxic To Pets
No vs Yes
Family
Araceae vs Araceae
Max Height
Varies vs 6-10 ft (trailing)
Native Region
the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China vs

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Colocasia fallax or Golden Pothos?

For ease of care, Golden Pothos. Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty while Golden Pothos is easy difficulty.

Do Colocasia fallax and Golden Pothos need the same light?

Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect while Golden Pothos prefers low light.

Are Colocasia fallax and Golden Pothos safe for pets?

Colocasia fallax is pet-safe and Golden Pothos is toxic to pets.

Can I grow Colocasia fallax and Golden Pothos together?

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