Wild calla (Calla palustris) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is typically found throughout the world. In North America, it is also known as Calla Lily, Calla, and Canada Lily. The leaves of the plant contain the toxin called insoluble calcium oxalate, or oxalic acid. This can cause serious injury if ingested by animals or humans. If you think your pet has eaten wild calla, please contact your veterinarian immediately. Call them if your pet starts vomiting or has difficulty breathing.
What is Wild calla?
Wild calla is a perennial herb in the Araceae family. The plant occurs both as a rhizomatous shrub with small leaves and as a free-floating prostrate growth. It grows in moist soil, often near water bodies. Wild calla is a member of the calla genus, which is similar to the ornamental sweet pea genus, Ipomoea . The common name for Wild calla is wild calla Lily.