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Zantedeschia albomaculata
Species; tuberous calla lily
At‑a‑glance
- Group/Class: Species; tuberous calla lily
- Height × spread: 18 to 24 in (45 to 60 cm) × 12 to 18 in (30 to 45 cm)
- Bloom window: Late spring to summer
- Color & flower form: White to cream spathe often with a dark basal flush; spotted foliage
- Fragrance: 0 none
- USDA hardiness: Zones 8 to 10; grown as annual or lifted in colder zones
- Breeder / Year / Origin: Unknown, unknown, southern Africa
- Cut‑flower notes: Medium stems; typical vase life 7 to 10 days
- Pet safety: Avoid
How it differs
- Leaves are attractively and heavily spotted.
- Spathe color ranges from white to cream with possible dark throat.
- Deciduous and summer growing; not suited to standing water.
Strengths
- Foliage gives interest before and after bloom.
- Performs well in containers and raised beds.
- Useful as a cut in mixed bouquets.
Care in one minute
Site: full sun to part shade; provide afternoon shade where summers are hot.
Soil: fertile and well drained; avoid heavy clay or standing water.
Watering: keep evenly moist while growing; reduce water as leaves yellow.
Feeding: light monthly fertilizer during active growth.
Grooming: remove spent spathes and any badly spotted foliage.
Overwintering: lift and store dry at 50 to 55°F (10 to 13°C) outside zone 8 to 10.
Watch‑outs
- Soft rot can occur in cold and waterlogged media.
- Leaf spot and botrytis may appear in prolonged wet weather.
- Frost sensitive; lift tubers in cold regions.
Best uses (tags)
Provenance note
Widespread in southern Africa with variable local forms.
References
- Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew – Plants of the World Online: Zantedeschia albomaculata
- SANBI – Red List: Zantedeschia albomaculata
- NC State Extension – Zantedeschia profile
- ASPCA – Calla lily toxicity
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