Hilo beauty elephant ear vs Split-Leaf Philodendron

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Caladium praetermissum
Bright indirect
Philodendron bipinnatifidum
Bright indirect
Water
Caladium praetermissum
Moderate
Philodendron bipinnatifidum
Moderate
Difficulty
Caladium praetermissum
Moderate
Philodendron bipinnatifidum
Easy
Toxic to Pets
Caladium praetermissum
Philodendron bipinnatifidum
Family
Caladium praetermissum
Araceae
Philodendron bipinnatifidum
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...

Philodendron bipinnatifidum

Philodendron bipinnatifidum, synonyms including Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum and Philodendron selloanum, is a plant in the genus Philodendron, in the family Araceae. The species is native to South...

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":"4-6 ft indoors"}
Native Region
{"a":"the New World Tropics","b":"South America, namely to Brazil, Bolivia, Argentina"}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Hilo beauty elephant ear or Split-Leaf Philodendron?

For ease of care, Split-Leaf Philodendron. Hilo beauty elephant ear is moderate difficulty while Split-Leaf Philodendron is easy difficulty.

Do Hilo beauty elephant ear and Split-Leaf Philodendron need the same light?

Hilo beauty elephant ear prefers bright indirect while Split-Leaf Philodendron prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.

Are Hilo beauty elephant ear and Split-Leaf Philodendron safe for pets?

Hilo beauty elephant ear is pet-safe and Split-Leaf Philodendron is toxic to pets.

Can I grow Hilo beauty elephant ear and Split-Leaf Philodendron together?

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