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The Zantedescia, also known as the arum lily or calla lily, is a striking addition to any interior. Its characteristic, tubular flowers and glossy leaves instantly enhance your living room's style. This plant is ideal for novice plant lovers: with simple care, you'll quickly be enjoying its unique beauty.
How to care for a Zantedescia
Watering your Zantedescia
A Zantedescia prefers evenly moist, but not soaking wet, potting soil. Water weekly during the growing season, checking between waterings to ensure the top inch of soil dries out slightly. During the winter months, you can water less to prevent root rot.
Light requirements Zantedescia
This plant thrives in bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight can burn the leaves, while a dark spot will actually stunt growth. A bright east- or west-facing windowsill is ideal. Want to know more about the light requirements of your houseplants? Then read our tips in the blog post "How much light does a Monstera need?"
Nutrition and potting soil
For your Zantedescia, use an airy, well-draining potting soil, such as potting soil for aroids (potting soil for aroids 5l). During the growing season, you can fertilize every four to six weeks with a liquid houseplant food. This way, your calla lily will get all the nutrients it needs for healthy growth.
Common problems with Zantedescia
Yellow leaves
Yellow leaves can indicate overwatering or insufficient light. Always check the soil moisture first to rule out root rot. A blog post about what to do about root rot in your houseplants can help.
Plant dripping water
Sometimes you see droplets on the leaves: this is guttation and is usually harmless. This occurs when the leaf veins drain excess moisture through the leaf margins. Ensure good ventilation and avoid overwatering to reduce this.
Plagues
Zantedescias can be affected by powdery mildew, thrips, or spider mites. Check your plant regularly and treat mild infestations with a mild plant product. For an organic approach, you can also use sticky traps to repel fungus gnats and other small insects.
Roots emerge from the bottom of the pot
If roots are growing through the drainage holes at the bottom, your plant is too cramped. Repot the Zantedescia annually in a slightly larger pot, such as a basic white gloss pot with an angle. Combine it with fresh potting soil for an optimal start.
Brown edges on the leaves
Brown leaf tips are usually caused by low humidity or too much direct sunlight. Increase the humidity with a plant mister or place the plant on a tray with hydroponic clays. For tips on using hydroponic clays, read our guide "How to use hydroponic clays for your plants."
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Zantedescia poisonous?
Zantedescia is mildly toxic to pets and humans if ingested. So be careful if you have children or cats in your home. Find alternatives in our collection of non-toxic houseplants for a safe environment.
Species and related Arums
The Zantedescia family includes several beautiful species and related aroids. Some examples:
- Caladium (caladium-buy-care)
- Alocasia zebrina (alocasia-zebrina-buy)
- Alocasia cucullata (alocasia-cucullata-kopen)
- Alocasia Black Velvet (alocasia-black-velvet)
- Spathiphyllum Maximo Cupido (spathiphyllum-maximo-cupido)
- Anthurium andreanum
- Arum italicum
For more variety, you can also take a look at the elegant Monstera Minima or the sturdy Yucca Elephantipes .
Ready to order your Zantedescia?
With proper care, you'll enjoy this elegantly flowering plant for years to come. Order your Zantedescia today and give your interior that refined touch. Don't forget to choose a beautiful pot from our collection of flowerpots or order 5l of potting soil for aroids to get started. Easy home delivery throughout Belgium or pick-up in Leuven.
