Calla is a feminine noun borrowed from various European languages, most often referring to the flower genus Calla or to lilies of the genus Zantedeschia. In English usage it typically denotes the plant, could also appear as a proper name. The term carries a botanical, elegant connotation and is used in both casual and formal contexts, including horticulture and literature. The pronunciation is short, clean, and typically two syllables.
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