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Callalily (Calla palustris)

Calla palustris, also known as Water Arum, is a perennial wetland plant native to northern temperate regions. It features a white spathe surrounding a yellow spadix.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist to waterlogged.

Soil

Rich, organic, and consistently wet soil. Prefers acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Aquatic

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Avoid intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist to waterlogged.

Essential for wetland and aquatic environments.

Soil

Rich, organic, and consistently wet soil. Prefers acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 15-24 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Aquatic

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Use diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Aquatic

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot, Aquatic

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Aquatic

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None in mild climates, may die back in colder regions

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

5-10 cm

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Synonyms
Calla brevis (Raf.) Á.Löve & D.Löve
Calla cordifolia Stokes
Calla generalis E.H.L.Krause
Callaion bispatha (Raf.) Raf.
Callaion brevis (Raf.) Raf.
Callaion heterophylla (Raf.) Raf.
Callaion palustris (L.) Raf.
Dracunculus paludosus Montandon
Provenzalia bispatha Raf.
Provenzalia brevis Raf.
Provenzalia heterophyla Raf.
Provenzalia palustris (L.) Raf.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAlismatales
  • familyAraceae
  • genusCalla
  • speciesCalla palustris
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 4/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 4/5

Edible

No

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