Hilo beauty elephant ear vs Epipremnum pinnatum

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Caladium praetermissum
Bright indirect
Epipremnum pinnatum
Bright indirect
Water
Caladium praetermissum
Moderate
Epipremnum pinnatum
Moderate
Difficulty
Caladium praetermissum
Moderate
Epipremnum pinnatum
Easy
Toxic to Pets
Caladium praetermissum
Epipremnum pinnatum
Family
Caladium praetermissum
Araceae
Epipremnum pinnatum
Araceae

Caladium praetermissum

Caladium praetermissum, the Hilo beauty elephant ear, is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. Known only from cultivation, it is thought to be native to the New World Tropics. It is a...

Epipremnum pinnatum

Epipremnum pinnatum is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It has many common names, including centipede tongavine, taro vine, silver vine and dragon-tail plant. In the Philippines, it...

Comparison Summary

Light
{"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Bright indirect"}
Water
{"a":"Moderate","b":"Moderate"}
Difficulty
{"a":"Moderate","b":"Easy"}
Toxic To Pets
{"a":"No","b":"Yes"}
Family
{"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
Max Height
{"a":"3 ft","b":"Varies"}
Native Region
{"a":"the New World Tropics","b":""}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Hilo beauty elephant ear or Epipremnum pinnatum?

For ease of care, Epipremnum pinnatum. Hilo beauty elephant ear is moderate difficulty while Epipremnum pinnatum is easy difficulty.

Do Hilo beauty elephant ear and Epipremnum pinnatum need the same light?

Hilo beauty elephant ear prefers bright indirect while Epipremnum pinnatum prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.

Are Hilo beauty elephant ear and Epipremnum pinnatum safe for pets?

Hilo beauty elephant ear is pet-safe and Epipremnum pinnatum is toxic to pets.

Can I grow Hilo beauty elephant ear and Epipremnum pinnatum together?

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