Brazilian Calla-lily
Richardia brasiliensis
Last reviewed: August 2026
Toxicity unknown
Brazilian Calla-lily (Richardia brasiliensis) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
6"–24" H × 12"–36" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, KY
Pollinators
bees, beetles
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Brazilian calla-lily is a low-growing annual forb that produces small white flowers from late spring through fall. This spreading plant forms a mat-like ground cover in partial sun locations with moderate water needs.
In an HOA neighborhood
Brazilian Calla-lily takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Often considered a weedy species
- Informal spreading growth habit
- May self-seed aggressively
Wildlife value
The long blooming period from May through September provides nectar for bees and beetles throughout the growing season.
Common questions
- How much sun does Brazilian Calla-lily need?
- Brazilian Calla-lily grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Brazilian Calla-lily bloom?
- Brazilian Calla-lily blooms in May, June, July, August, and September.
- Where is Brazilian Calla-lily native?
- Brazilian Calla-lily (Richardia brasiliensis) is native to AL, KY, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Brazilian Calla-lily attract?
- Brazilian Calla-lily draws bees and beetles.
- Is Brazilian Calla-lily HOA-friendly?
- Brazilian Calla-lily takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
If something looks wrong
Common plant problems, and what to check first
These come up on almost any plant. Each guide lists the likely causes in the order they are worth ruling out, with one thing to check before you act on any of them, and links to the source it came from.
- It is dying right after planting
- Leaves turning yellow
- Wilting even though I watered it
- Brown crispy leaf tips
- Bugs on the plant
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