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    Zantedeschia aethiopica

    Also Known As

    • Arum Lily
    • Giant Calla Lily
    • Lily of the Nile

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aquatic, aroid

    size

    • H: 3'-6'
    • W: 3'

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

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    Zantedeschia aethiopica plant details

    Zantedeschia aethiopica is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic aroid bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Zantedeschia aethiopica

    Plant type: perennial aquatic aroid bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: araceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: big leaves, cutting garden, showy, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Zantedeschia aethiopica

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    An iconic and widely recognized plant, this calla originated in South Africa and now grows in many parts of the world. Preferring moist soil or pond edges, Aethiopica is surprisingly easy to grow given its diva-like appearance. This tall calla is dramatic and makes a strong visual statement.

    By: Leafari

    Pure white flowers green leaves

    By: Jockey Hill Nursery

    It's not hard to find dwarf cultivars of this plant, but in this day when everyone feels like they don't have room for a big plant, the visual impact of species like this may be forgotten. This subtropical looking, hardy aroid from swamps in South Africa will be happy in a wet sunny spot. In my garden, it has reached 6' tall and even naturalized. The leaves will freeze off in the low 20s °F, but it is root hardy to at least 0 °F if mulched.

    By: The Desert Northwest

    Gardening facts about Zantedeschia aethiopica plant

    How to Grow Zantedeschia aethiopica

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • glossy

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