Arum lily
A beautiful but poisonous plant that symbolizes purity.
Arum lily has been cultivated in Europe since the 1660s. It is frequently used in both bridal and funeral bouquets, and its white color is viewed as a symbol of purity.
What at first glance looks like a large white flower is in fact a large white bract that surrounds a narrow finger-like flask, which is completely covered by many small flowers.
The plant is beautiful, but dangerous. All parts are poisonous, and the sap can cause eczema. Ingestion causes irritation and swelling in the mouth as well as diarrhoea.
Facts:
- Greenhouse location: Mediterranean House
- Danish name: Hvid kalla
- Latin name: Zantedeschia aethiopica
- Family: Arum family / Araceae
- Natural habitat: Southern Africa