Below are listed various research and other topical
information on caladiums
Caladium Leaf type and Transparency as related to Sun
Tolerance.pdf
Along with shape, caladiums leaves can be further described
based on their degree of transparency. In both the Fancy-leaf and
Lance-leaf types there are varieties that have translucent to relatively
opaque leaves. Generally, the more opaque the leaf, the more sun tolerant
the variety.