Elephant Ear vs Peace Lily
Side-by-side comparison
| Alocasia × mortfontanensis | Attribute | Spathiphyllum cannifolium |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Low light |
| Moderate | Water | Moderate |
| 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...
Spathiphyllum cannifolium
Spathiphyllum cannifolium, the canna-leaf peace lily or spatheflower, is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to wet tropical areas of Trinidad and northern and western...
Comparison Summary
- Light
- {"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Low light"}
- Water
- {"a":"Moderate","b":"Moderate"}
- Difficulty
- {"a":"Hard","b":"Easy"}
- Toxic To Pets
- {"a":"Yes","b":"Yes"}
- Family
- {"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
- Max Height
- {"a":"2-6 ft","b":"1-4 ft"}
- Native Region
- {"a":"","b":"wet tropical areas of Trinidad and northern and western S..."}
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Elephant Ear or Peace Lily?
For ease of care, Peace Lily. Elephant Ear is hard difficulty while Peace Lily is easy difficulty.
Do Elephant Ear and Peace Lily need the same light?
Elephant Ear prefers bright indirect while Peace Lily prefers low light.
Are Elephant Ear and Peace Lily safe for pets?
Elephant Ear is toxic to pets and Peace Lily is toxic to pets.
Can I grow Elephant Ear and Peace Lily together?
They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.