Genus guide
Caladium — 25 species
Part of the Aroids family (Araceae)
Caladium is a tropical genus grown almost entirely for its striking, paper-thin foliage in a palette of reds, pinks, whites, and greens — cultivars such as Carolyn Whorton, Thai Beauty, and Puppy Love are prime examples. As understory plants, caladiums prefer bright indirect light; direct sun scorches the leaves. Keep the soil evenly moist during the growing season and allow tubers to dry and go dormant in winter. All Caladium species are toxic to cats and dogs; calcium oxalate crystals throughout the plant cause intense oral burning, excessive drooling, and vomiting.
All Caladium species we cover
- Alocasia Hilo Beauty
- Caladium
- Caladium 'Carolyn Whorton'
- Caladium 'Fannie Munson'
- Caladium 'Florida Sweetheart'
- Caladium 'Puppy Love'
- Caladium 'Red Flash'
- Caladium 'Thai Beauty'
- Caladium 'White Queen'
- Caladium Aaron
- Caladium Candidum
- Caladium Florida Cardinal
- Caladium Florida Elise
- Caladium Freida Hemple
- Caladium Gingerland
- Caladium lindenii
- Caladium Miss Muffet
- Caladium Moonlight
- Caladium Pink Cloud
- Caladium Postman Joyner
- Caladium Strawberry Star
- Caladium White Christmas
- Humboldt's Caladium
- Painted Caladium
- Steudner-Leaved Caladium
Caladium — frequently asked questions
Are Caladium plants toxic to cats and dogs?
Most Caladium are not pet-safe. Of the 25 Caladium species in the Growli library, 25 (100%) carry a toxic or mildly-toxic ASPCA classification and 0 are pet-safe. Always confirm the exact species on its pet-safety page before trusting it around cats or dogs.
How much light do Caladium plants need?
Most Caladium do best in bright indirect light. If yours stretches toward the window or loses its variegation it wants more light; scorched or bleached leaves mean it is getting too much direct sun.
Are Caladium easy to care for?
Caladium are moderate to grow: the main requirement is a genuinely bright spot out of harsh midday sun. Get the light right and the rest of their care follows.
How many Caladium varieties are there?
Growli's care library covers 25 Caladium species and varieties — browse them all above. They share a similar light, water and soil pattern, so once you learn one Caladium, the rest follow closely.
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