Zantedeschia aethiopica
Arum lily
Evergreen perennial
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The Zantedeschia aethiopica plant species is found in S. Africa. Locally naturalized in S. and W. Europe[50]. It is a member of the Araceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Arum lily.

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Latin Name:  Zantedeschia aethiopica
Common Name:  Arum lily
Family:  Araceae
Author:  (L.)Spreng.
 
Known Hazards:  Many plants in this family are poisonous raw, due to the presence of calcium oxylate crystals. If eaten raw, this toxin gives you a sensation as if hundreds of tiny needles are sticking into the mouth, tongue etc. However, it is easily destroyed by thoroughly cooking or drying the plant. Although no specific mention has been seen for this plant it is wise to assume that it is poisonous in its raw state.
 
Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  0.6
 
Habitat:  Wet marshy places[73, 90].

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