Calla

Basic Calla Flower Information

Common Names
Calla, Calla Lily, Trumpet Lily

Scientific Name
Genus species Calla palustris
Family Araceae

History
Since Victorian times, a special meaning has been attached to flowers. Each flower or flower color is a symbolic representation of an emotion or expression.Calla's are natives of South Africa, they grow so abundantly that they're viewed as common roadside plants and are called "pig lilies."

Calla Flower Meaning
Beauty

Callas are, also, associated with:

Astrological Flowers
Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18)

Birth Month Flower
N/A

Floral Design Qualities For Callas

Type of Use: Flower
Form: Line/Form
Fragrance: N/A
Line: Straight or Curved
Silhouette: Solid/Linear
Blossom Texture: Velvety
Stem Size: 8-30"
Blossom Size: 1-6"
Vase Life: 4-8 days

Calla Design Uses
The sleek lines of callas are ideal for simple line emphasizing techniques in most modern design. Well suited for weddings, corsages, and boutonnieres.

Calla Flower Colors
Reds, oranges, yellows, yellows/greens, green, purples, whites/ivories, pinks

General Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter.

Wedding Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter.