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Palapye plant feature - by Lynn Freeman
Zantedeschia aethiopica is
commonly called an
Arum lily in our
region, and elsewhere
it is known as a Calla
lily. It grows from a
bulb and is native to
Southern Africa.
The Arum lily is a stemless
plant that tends to clump
together forming clusters of
tall white flowers surrounded
by a base of lush speckled
green leaves.
It does well in pots placed in
either boggy regions of the
garden, or in shallow ponds.
That way if there is a frost
warning, you can easily bring
them indoors. If planted
directly into the garden,
make sure you water them
well.
It’s natural environment is
alongside rivers, where the
soil is rich in decaying
organic matter, so try to
mimic these conditions
and you’ll have spectacular
clumps of flowering Arums
in Spring.
