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.
| Colocasia fallax | Attribute | Epipremnum aureum |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Low light |
| High | Water | Low |
| 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...
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.