Case Overview

This case describes the requirements for the importation of species of Zantedeschia (Calla lilly) plants, tissue culture and tubers.

All plant material requires an import permit prior to importation into Australia.

Tissue cultures must be free of visible contamination, require phytosanitary certification and inspection prior to release biosecurity. Other plant material will require inspection, fumigation and a minimum 3 months growth period in quarantine at an approved arrangement site for visual disease screening.

Dormant Zantedeschia tubers from approved countries may be imported under an approved system that requires inspection overseas to verify freedom from pathogens of concern. Tubers must be treated for insects, and following inspection and treatment, may be released from biosecurity control without the need for post entry quarantine.

For full import conditions, please refer to the details contained in this BICON Case.