ZZ plant
Zamioculcas zamiifolia
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How to care
Zamioculcas zamiifolia, commonly known as the ZZ plant, is a popular houseplant known for its glossy, dark green leaves and low maintenance requirements. It thrives in a variety of lighting conditions, from low to bright indirect light, making it versatile for different indoor environments.
Light Preference
Part Shade
Full Sun
Size
- Height
- 0.5 m – 1 m
- Spread
- 0.5 m – 1 m
- Years
- 2 – 5
Preferred soil
Loam
Sand
Acidic
Alkaline
Neutral
Propagation
Cutting
Division
Life Cycle
Perennial
Lives for more than two years.
Hardiness Zone
9a
-6.7°C – -3.9°C
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Leaves
- Evergreen
- Green
Flowers
- Inconspicuous
- Yellow
Toxic to
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Other names
- Aroid palm
- Emerald palm
- Eternity plant
- Zanzibar gem
- Zuzu plant
Taxonomy
- Order
- Alismatales
- Family
- Araceae
- Genus
- Zamioculcas