Arum lily Zantedeschia aethiopica

ABOUT
a clump-forming herbaceous or semi-evergreen perennial with erect, long-stalked, dark glossy green, arrow-shaped leaves to 40cm in length and funnel-shaped white spathes to 25cm in length, with yellow spadices
About this plant
Names
Family
Araceae
Synonyms
arum lily African lily altar lily calla lily Egyptian lily lily of the Nile richardia trumpet lily white arum lily see more
Common names
Brosimum aethiopica, Calla aethiopica
Toxicity
All parts may cause severe discomfort if ingested. The sap may irritate skin and eyes. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Characteristics
Foliage type
Deciduous
Height
0.5-1 metres
Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Hardiness zones
H4
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pruning
Tidy any foliage blackened by frosts
Soil
Loam, SoilClay
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
Flower borders and beds Cottage & Informal Garden Sub-tropical Patio & Container Plants Mediterranean Climate Plants
Propogation
Propagate by division in spring
Pests
Aphids or thrips may be a problem
Diseases
May be susceptible to fungal and bacterial rots and a virus