Callas exude romantic allure with their tender half cones and associations of care. These distinctive flowers evoke exotic romance in floral arrangements, originating from tubers – specialized underground storage organs. Tubers, like bulbs, are food reserves supporting new plant growth and can endure harsh conditions while remaining dormant. Callas are stem tubers storing reserve food in the stem. Their eyes, or growth nodes, facilitate new growth. Indigenous to southern Africa, callas thrive with their robust root tubers that store water, ensuring consistent flowering. Unlike mass-produced blooms, callas’ exclusivity complements bouquets and shelves, encouraging creativity and charm in floral arrangements.
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