Do Spathiphyllum and Calla Lilies Both Have Poison?
Today, the editor will explain whether Spathiphyllum and Calla Lilies are poisonous and provide a brief introduction to the differences between these two green plants. Next, the editor will give you a detailed answer.
Spathiphyllum and Calla Lilies are plants that look very similar and both have high ornamental value, making them very suitable for keeping at home. However, many people may wonder if Spathiphyllum and Calla Lilies are poisonous when cultivating them. If they are poisonous, they are not suitable for indoor cultivation. So what are the differences between Calla Lilies and Spathiphyllum? Let's find out together with the editor.
【One, Do Spathiphyllum and Calla Lilies Both Have Poison?】
Spathiphyllum and Calla Lilies are both poisonous plants, with Spathiphyllum being more toxic. Therefore, people should be more cautious when cultivating them and should not touch the plant's branches and leaves with their hands, otherwise, they may experience poisoning. In severe cases, the skin may become swollen, leading to skin diseases.
The most important thing is not to ingest them by mistake. If accidentally ingested, one must go to the hospital immediately, otherwise, it could be life-threatening. In severe cases, it may even cause sudden death. Therefore, it is better not to cultivate these two plants if there are children at home, otherwise accidents can lead to great losses.
【Two, The Differences Between Calla Lilies and Spathiphyllum】
Although the appearance of Calla Lilies is similar to that of Spathiphyllum, there are still some differences. The most significant difference is that the leaves of Calla Lilies do not drip water, and it is also easy to distinguish after flowering because Spathiphyllum rarely flowers, and even when it does, it doesn't have high ornamental value and can affect the plant's normal growth.
Spathiphyllum and Calla Lilies Both Have Poison?
In addition, we can also distinguish them from their appearance. The former has a bulbous root, very thick rhizome, and a very long petiole, with leaves shaped like an inverted heart. The latter has a relatively thicker petiole. The flower of the former is similar to that of the white bird of paradise, with the center of the petals composed of many small flowers, shaped like an inverted horseshoe, while the flower of the latter looks like a观音 wrapped in a layer of white gauze.
【Three, The Growth Habit Differences Between Calla Lilies and Spathiphyllum】
Spathiphyllum is a perennial evergreen herbaceous plant, native to subtropical regions, preferring warm, humid, and semi-shaded environments and not tolerate cold. In areas north of the Yangtze River in China, it is usually grown in pots and moved indoors before winter, so it has high requirements for the environment and needs to grow in a hot and humid environment.
Calla Lilies, also known as观音莲花, are perennial rhizomatous herbaceous plants. They grow 70-100 cm tall, with large, fleshy corms, leaves that are basal, green, arrow-shaped, large, and spreading, with thick and long petioles. The huge spathe is pure white, although it looks similar to Spathiphyllum in appearance, but there are substantial differences.
【Conclusion:】
Through the detailed introduction above, I believe everyone already knows whether Spathiphyllum and Calla Lilies are poisonous. In fact, both plants are toxic and contain a high level of toxicity. If people accidentally ingest them during cultivation, it could be life-threatening. As for the differences between Calla Lilies and Spathiphyllum, they can be distinguished by their shapes.
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