Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
albomaculata
ID:
335818

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 254 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335150

Common Names

  • Zantedeschia albomaculata
  • Spotted Arum Lily
  • Painted Calla

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Description

Zantedeschia albomaculata (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 with small, black spots.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Zantedeschia albomaculata sub. albomaculata
Zantedeschia albomaculata sub. macrocarpa (Engl.) Letty

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zantedeschia albomaculata 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 albomaculata 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 albomaculata

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

Zantedeschia albomaculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zantedeschia albomaculata?

Zantedeschia albomaculata

What is the common name of Zantedeschia albomaculata?

White-spotted Calla Lily

What is the habitat of Zantedeschia albomaculata?

Zantedeschia albomaculata 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

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:89405-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.