Elephant Ear vs Pilea cadierei (no common name)

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Alocasia × mortfontanensis
Bright indirect
Pilea cadierei
Bright indirect
Water
Alocasia × mortfontanensis
Moderate
Pilea cadierei
Moderate
Difficulty
Alocasia × mortfontanensis
Hard
Pilea cadierei
Easy
Toxic to Pets
Alocasia × mortfontanensis
Pilea cadierei
Family
Alocasia × mortfontanensis
Araceae
Pilea cadierei
Urticaceae

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...

Pilea cadierei

Pilea cadierei is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family, Urticaceae. The species is endemic to the southern Chinese provinces of Guizhou and Yunnan, as well as Vietnam. The specific...

Comparison Summary

Light
{"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Bright indirect"}
Water
{"a":"Moderate","b":"Moderate"}
Difficulty
{"a":"Hard","b":"Easy"}
Toxic To Pets
{"a":"Yes","b":"No"}
Family
{"a":"Araceae","b":"Urticaceae"}
Max Height
{"a":"2-6 ft","b":"Varies"}
Native Region
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Elephant Ear or Pilea cadierei (no common name)?

For ease of care, Pilea cadierei (no common name). Elephant Ear is hard difficulty while Pilea cadierei (no common name) is easy difficulty.

Do Elephant Ear and Pilea cadierei (no common name) need the same light?

Elephant Ear prefers bright indirect while Pilea cadierei (no common name) prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.

Are Elephant Ear and Pilea cadierei (no common name) safe for pets?

Elephant Ear is toxic to pets and Pilea cadierei (no common name) is pet-safe.

Can I grow Elephant Ear and Pilea cadierei (no common name) together?

Yes, they have similar care needs and can be grown side by side.