Colocasia fallax vs Zamioculcas
Side-by-side comparison
| Colocasia fallax | Attribute | Zamioculcas |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Bright indirect |
| 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...
Zamioculcas
Zamioculcas is a genus of flowering plants in the family Araceae, containing the single species Zamioculcas zamiifolia. It is a tropical herbaceous perennial plant, and is native to eastern Africa,...
Comparison Summary
- Light
- {"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Bright indirect"}
- 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":"Varies"}
- Native Region
- {"a":"the Indian Subcontinent, Tibet and Yunnan in China","b":""}
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Colocasia fallax or Zamioculcas?
For ease of care, Zamioculcas. Colocasia fallax is moderate difficulty while Zamioculcas is easy difficulty.
Do Colocasia fallax and Zamioculcas need the same light?
Colocasia fallax prefers bright indirect while Zamioculcas prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.
Are Colocasia fallax and Zamioculcas safe for pets?
Colocasia fallax is pet-safe and Zamioculcas is toxic to pets.
Can I grow Colocasia fallax and Zamioculcas together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.