Zantedeschia aethiopica

Calla Lily / White Arum

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Tropical rhizomatous perennial with glossy arrow-shaped leaves and elegant spathes. The pure species is white, but mixed-color cultivars exist for indoor and outdoor use.
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Plant Details

Common Name Calla Lily / White Arum
Family Araceae
Genus Zantedeschia
Species Aethiopica
Variety Mixed Color Cultivars
Origin Southern Africa
Blooming Late Winter to Spring, Dec-May
Leaf Color Deep glossy green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Peat-based potting mix with good drainage; aquatic varieties require water immersion

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth and bloom, reduce in dormancy; avoid standing water unless aquatic type

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light to full sun for best flowering; protect from scorching midday heat indoors

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth period (Spring)

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers and yellowing foliage to encourage energy storage in rhizome

Pest Control Aphid Slug Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 75%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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