Zantedeschia

Possibly the most well-known of African bulb genus’s, comprising of 8 species. All 8 species are summer growing but Z.aethiopica also occurs in the winter rainfall region of South Africa. They are generally very versatile plants and can survive in many different conditions. Popular for their unique funnel shaped flowers and lush, arrow-shaped leaves, Arum lily’s do well in both full-sun and semi-shade. They enjoy a well-drained, compost-rich medium with regular watering during the growing season and dry dormant period.

Name	Zantedeschia aethiopica
Common name	White arum lily
African name	ihlukwe (z)
D/E	deciduous
Rainfall	summer
Height	1m
Light requirements	ss
Flowers	November
Medicinal uses	Used in traditional medicine for poultices, to treat coughs, headaches and stomach ailments.

Name	Zantedeschia albomaculata
Common name	Arrow leaved arum
African name	intebe (z)
D/E	decidous
Rainfall	summer
Height	70cm
Light requirements	ss
Flowers	December
Medicinal uses	Used in traditional medicine as a poultice, to treat frequent miscarriage and used for cattle ailments. It produces a yellow-green dye.