Elephant Ear vs Golden Pothos
Side-by-side comparison
Choosing between Alocasia × mortfontanensis and Epipremnum aureum depends on your specific needs and priorities.
When it comes to light, Alocasia × mortfontanensis offers Bright indirect compared to Epipremnum aureum's Low light. When it comes to water, Alocasia × mortfontanensis offers Moderate compared to Epipremnum aureum's Low. When it comes to difficulty, Alocasia × mortfontanensis offers Hard compared to Epipremnum aureum's Easy.
Below is a detailed side-by-side breakdown to help you make an informed decision between these two plants.
| Alocasia × mortfontanensis | Attribute | Epipremnum aureum |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Low light |
| Moderate | Water | Low |
| Hard | Difficulty | Easy |
| ✓ | 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...
Epipremnum aureum
Pothos is a species in the arum family Araceae, native to Mo'orea in the Society Islands of French Polynesia. The species is a popular houseplant in temperate regions, but has also become naturalised...
Comparison Summary
- Light
- Bright indirect vs Low light
- Water
- Moderate vs Low
- Difficulty
- Hard vs Easy
- Toxic To Pets
- Yes vs Yes
- Family
- Araceae vs Araceae
- Max Height
- 2-6 ft vs 6-10 ft (trailing)
- Native Region
- vs
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Elephant Ear or Golden Pothos?
For ease of care, Golden Pothos. Elephant Ear is hard difficulty while Golden Pothos is easy difficulty.
Do Elephant Ear and Golden Pothos need the same light?
Elephant Ear prefers bright indirect while Golden Pothos prefers low light.
Are Elephant Ear and Golden Pothos safe for pets?
Elephant Ear is toxic to pets and Golden Pothos is toxic to pets.
Can I grow Elephant Ear and Golden Pothos together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.