Colocasia fallax vs Philodendron elegans

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Colocasia fallax
Bright indirect
Philodendron elegans
Bright indirect
Water
Colocasia fallax
High
Philodendron elegans
Moderate
Difficulty
Colocasia fallax
Moderate
Philodendron elegans
Moderate
Toxic to Pets
Colocasia fallax
Philodendron elegans
Family
Colocasia fallax
Araceae
Philodendron elegans
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...

Philodendron elegans

Philodendron elegans is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae, native to Colombia. A climber capable of reaching 4.6 m (15 ft) as a houseplant, it is can be found clambering up to the...

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":"3-6 ft"}
Native Region
{"a":"the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China","b":"Colombia"}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Colocasia fallax or Philodendron elegans?

For ease of care, both are similar. Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty while Philodendron elegans is moderate difficulty.

Do Colocasia fallax and Philodendron elegans need the same light?

Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect while Philodendron elegans prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.

Are Colocasia fallax and Philodendron elegans safe for pets?

Colocasia fallax is pet-safe and Philodendron elegans is toxic to pets.

Can I grow Colocasia fallax and Philodendron elegans together?

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