Colocasia fallax vs Spathiphyllum wallisii

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Colocasia fallax
Bright indirect
Spathiphyllum wallisii
Bright indirect
Water
Colocasia fallax
High
Spathiphyllum wallisii
Moderate
Difficulty
Colocasia fallax
Moderate
Spathiphyllum wallisii
Moderate
Toxic to Pets
Colocasia fallax
Spathiphyllum wallisii
Family
Colocasia fallax
Araceae
Spathiphyllum wallisii
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 wallisii

Spathiphyllum wallisii, commonly known as peace lily, white sails, or spathe flower, is a very popular indoor house plant of the family Araceae. The genus name means "spathe-leaf", and the specific...

Comparison Summary

Light
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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":"","b":""}
Native Region
{"a":"the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China","b":""}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Colocasia fallax or Spathiphyllum wallisii?

For ease of care, both are similar. Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty while Spathiphyllum wallisii is moderate difficulty.

Do Colocasia fallax and Spathiphyllum wallisii need the same light?

Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect while Spathiphyllum wallisii prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.

Are Colocasia fallax and Spathiphyllum wallisii safe for pets?

Colocasia fallax is pet-safe and Spathiphyllum wallisii is toxic to pets.

Can I grow Colocasia fallax and Spathiphyllum wallisii together?

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