The Calla Lily - a bridal bloom

Alternate names: arum lily, trumpet lily, Pig lily

Symbolism

Magnificent beauty – the Calla Lily finds it’s name from the Greek word “Kallos” for beauty
Purity and chastity
Lust and sexuality
Birth, youth and innocence
the 6th Wedding anniversary

Sizes: regular and mini

Colors: Regular Calla Lilies in white and green; mini Calla Lilies in almost every color of the rainbow

Characteristics:

Origin: South Africa

Interesting Fact: the Calla Lily isn’t a lily, but rather it belongs to the genus Zantedeschia

Good to know: can be toxic if ingested, and can be fatal for humans to ingest

Flowers to match with Calla Lilies: roses and Calla Lilies are a great combo; however, they mix well with pretty much any flower

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Comment by CK Events on May 25, 2011 at 8:50pm: I love it! I am very fond of calla lilies. I had them in my wedding. they are simple yet very elegant and timeless!