Colocasia fallax vs Peace Lily
Side-by-side comparison
| Colocasia fallax | Attribute | Spathiphyllum cannifolium |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Low light |
| 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...
Spathiphyllum cannifolium
Spathiphyllum cannifolium, the canna-leaf peace lily or spatheflower, is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to wet tropical areas of Trinidad and northern and western...
Comparison Summary
- Light
- {"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Low light"}
- 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":"1-4 ft"}
- Native Region
- {"a":"the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China","b":"wet tropical areas of Trinidad and northern and western S..."}
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Colocasia fallax or Peace Lily?
For ease of care, Peace Lily. Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty while Peace Lily is easy difficulty.
Do Colocasia fallax and Peace Lily need the same light?
Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect while Peace Lily prefers low light.
Are Colocasia fallax and Peace Lily safe for pets?
Colocasia fallax is pet-safe and Peace Lily is toxic to pets.
Can I grow Colocasia fallax and Peace Lily together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.