Elephant Ear vs Adanson's monstera
Side-by-side comparison
| Alocasia × mortfontanensis | Attribute | Monstera adansonii |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Bright indirect |
| Moderate | Water | High |
| Hard | Difficulty | Moderate |
| ✓ | Toxic to Pets | ✓ |
| Araceae | Family | Araceae |
Alocasia × mortfontanensis
Alocasia × mortfontanensis, the African mask plant or Amazonian elephant ear, is an artificial hybrid species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. Its parents are Alocasia longiloba and Alocasia...
Monstera adansonii
Monstera adansonii, the Adanson's monstera, Swiss cheese plant,, five holes plant or Monkey mask plant is a species of flowering plant from family Araceae, which is widespread across much of South...
Comparison Summary
- Light
- {"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Bright indirect"}
- Water
- {"a":"Moderate","b":"High"}
- Difficulty
- {"a":"Hard","b":"Moderate"}
- Toxic To Pets
- {"a":"Yes","b":"Yes"}
- Family
- {"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
- Max Height
- {"a":"2-6 ft","b":"Varies"}
- Native Region
- {"a":"","b":"tropical forests with hot and high humidity conditions"}
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Elephant Ear or Adanson's monstera?
For ease of care, Adanson's monstera. Elephant Ear is hard difficulty while Adanson's monstera is moderate difficulty.
Do Elephant Ear and Adanson's monstera need the same light?
Elephant Ear prefers bright indirect while Adanson's monstera prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.
Are Elephant Ear and Adanson's monstera safe for pets?
Elephant Ear is toxic to pets and Adanson's monstera is toxic to pets.
Can I grow Elephant Ear and Adanson's monstera together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.