Zantedeschia Captain Caruso

Pink Calla Lily

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Elegant rhizomatous perennial featuring glossy dark green leaves and vibrant pink-red spathes. Needs bright indirect light, consistent water during growth, and dormancy care post-bloom.
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Plant Details

Common Name Pink Calla Lily
Family Araceae
Genus Zantedeschia
Species Aethiopica
Variety Captain Caruso
Origin South Africa
Blooming Foliage plant, blooms in spring with spathe flower
Leaf Color Dark green glossy
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich potting mix with peat and perlite for drainage

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth, reduce watering after flowering to induce dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light preferred, tolerates morning sun, avoid scorching midday rays

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks from April to August

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers and yellow leaves promptly to maintain health

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Snail Spider Mite

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 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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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
45% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 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% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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