: any of several herbs (genus Zantedeschia) of the arum family
especially
: a house or greenhouse plant (Z. aethiopica) with a white showy spathe and yellow spadix
called also calla
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One of the most popular shade-loving aroids is the calla lily (Zantedeschia aethiopica).
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Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
These kitten-heel sandals, adorned with a calla lily detail, feel like a wearable ode to spring itself.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
When Paula presses Agnes to use ranunculus centerpieces rather than calla lilies, Weston does well to silence the evil step-MOB.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 13 May 2026
The model carried a calla lily bouquet, which matched Hershberger's simple boutonniere.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
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Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
These kitten-heel sandals, adorned with a calla lily detail, feel like a wearable ode to spring itself.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
When Paula presses Agnes to use ranunculus centerpieces rather than calla lilies, Weston does well to silence the evil step-MOB.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 13 May 2026
The model carried a calla lily bouquet, which matched Hershberger's simple boutonniere.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
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“Calla lily.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/calla%20lily. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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calla lily
noun
cal·la lily
ˈkal-ə- 
: a plant often grown for its large white bract surrounding a fleshy spike of small yellow flowers
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