Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
aethiopica
ID:
335816

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Spreng.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 16. 3: 765 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335148

Common Names

  • Zantedeschia aethiopica
  • White Arum Lily
  • Calla Lily

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Synonyms

  • Otosma ethiopica Raf. [unknown]

Description

Zantedeschia aethiopica (also called calla lily, arum lily, and white arum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the arum family. It is native to Africa and is found in moist, grassy habitats, such as meadows and fields. It has a tall, slender stem and large, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Zantedeschia aethiopica is used as an ornamental plant and is believed to bring good luck and prosperity.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zantedeschia aethiopica has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zantedeschia aethiopica is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to South Africa. It is an herbaceous perennial, meaning it grows from a rhizome and dies back each year. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny position. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed.

Where to Find Zantedeschia aethiopica

Zantedeschia aethiopica can be found in wetland areas in South Africa.

Zantedeschia aethiopica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zantedeschia aethiopica?

Zantedeschia aethiopica

What is the common name of Zantedeschia aethiopica?

African Calla Lily

What is the habitat of Zantedeschia aethiopica?

Zantedeschia aethiopica is found in wet forests, along streams, and in open areas in tropical and subtropical regions of South Africa.

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References