Calla

Flower Pictures of Callas

Basic Calla Flower Information

Common Names
Calla lily, Easter lily, Arum lily, Varkoor, Lily of the Nile,

Scientific Name
Genus species Zantedeschia aethiopica
Family Araceae

History
Calla’s are natives of South Africa, they grow so abundantly that they’re viewed as common roadside plants and are called “pig ears.”

Calla Flower Meaning
Beauty

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.