Introduction to calla lily: get to know this ornamental flower
Calla lily originated in Egypt and is a perennial aquatic herb, now developed into an amphibious plant. The flowers are highly toxic, and accidental ingestion can cause coma, yet they have great ornamental value. Potted dwarf or small varieties placed on windowsills or in front of mirrors are full of exotic charm and especially lively and lovely.
Other names for calla lily
Calla lily flowers come in many colors; the colorful ones can be collectively called calla; other countries also have different names for it, such as: cigu flower, water taro, wild taro, arrowhead flower, calla lily, flower taro
Habits of calla lily
Calla lily has tubers, relatively thick leaves, a persistent style, and obovate-spherical seeds.
It likes warm, humid, and sunny environments. It is not tolerant of cold or drought.
The optimum temperature for growth is 15-25°C; when the temperature is above 25°C or below 5°C, it is forced into dormancy and the plant stops growing.
Calla lily likes water, and the soil should be kept moist; during the summer dormant period, watering should be controlled.
The planting soil is best a fertile clay loam with good water retention, able to hold water for a long time, or it can grow in shallow water. The pH value is between 6.0 and 6.5.
Flower language of calla lily
Calla lilies of different colors have different meanings
Calla lily: universal love, holy devotion, hope, eternity, nobility, purity, pure friendship, elegant temperament, success, pure and flawless love.
White calla lily: elegant and beautiful; its flower language is "loyal and unchanging, forever united in heart".
Red calla lily: symbolizes holy devotion, forever united in heart, good fortune and as you wish, purity, and liking.
Pink calla lily: symbolizes loving you for a lifetime.
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