Zantedeschia Mercedes

Yellow Calla Lily

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Vibrant yellow Calla Lily with arching, spotted foliage. Elegant funnel-shaped spathes bloom in spring. Contains calcium oxalates; toxic to pets/humans if ingested.
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Plant Details

Common Name Yellow Calla Lily
Family Araceae
Genus Zantedeschia
Species Zantedeschia × Hendersonii (Mercedes Hybrid)
Variety Mercedes
Origin South Africa
Blooming Foliage plant, blooms spring to summer indoors
Leaf Color Green with dark spots
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich peat-based mix with perlite for drainage; keep consistently moist but not waterlogged

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Watering

Water regularly during active growth and bloom. Allow soil surface to dry slightly between watering in dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light is crucial to prevent leaf scorch and encourage blooming, protect from harsh midday sun

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during growing season (Spring/Summer), stop after foliage dies back

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers and yellowing leaves promptly. Allow rhizome rest period in late autumn

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug 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 4 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 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 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4000
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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