Calla (Noun)
Meaning 1
South African plant widely cultivated for its showy pure white spathe and yellow spadix.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
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Meaning 2
Water arum.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The calla is a type of aquatic plant that thrives in shallow water and mud.
- In the pond, a calla plant with distinctive heart-shaped leaves was spotted by the gardener.
- The calla, also known as water arum, is a perennial plant that grows in wet environments.
- The botanical name for the calla is Calla palustris, which is a member of the arum family.
- In the garden, the calla plant was used as an ornamental feature, adding a touch of elegance to the water feature.