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SPECIES Forbs Calla palustris
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Wild Calla

Calla palustris
Wild Calla
Water Arum
Araceae
Calla
Calla palustris
Linnaeus
BC, AB, SK, MB, ON, QC, NB, PE, NS, NL, NL, YT, NT
Characteristics
Wildflower
Deciduous
Moist, Wet
No
No
No
No
Habitat Considerations
Boreal Shield, Atlantic Maritime
Riparian, Bog/Fen
Pond Edge/Wetland Garden
Design Considerations
5 cm
20 cm
May - Aug
White/Cream
Yes
Yes
Red
Yes
No
Conservation Status
No
Interesting Tidbits
Flower spadix in white hood; rich soil. POISONOUS PARTS: All parts. Causes severe pain in mouth if ingested. Symptoms include burning and swelling of lips, mouth, tongue, and throat; difficulty of speaking. Toxic Principle: Calcium oxalate crystals. EDIBLE PARTS: Dried berries are edible. Dried seeds and rootstocks can be made into a flour, but used only in times of need. (Poisonous Plants of N.C.)

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