East Africa, from Kenya to South Africa, is home to Zamioculcas zamiifolia. It belongs to the Araceae, or Arum, plant family, which includes the common houseplant peace lily (Spathiphyllum cochlearispathum). When the ZZ plant blooms, it produces a spadix-like flower that looks like a peace lily but is more difficult to see. The ZZ has …
The zamioculcas zamiifolia grows well in low light, although direct sunlight is better avoided. Allow the soil to dry to the touch at the top between waterings and avoid overwatering. Overwatering can cause stem and rhizome rot, therefore it’s better to water this plant sparingly. How often do you water ZZ plant? Always check your …
Some of your indoor plants aren’t safe if you have dogs or small children, which is a sad but inevitable revelation in the road of plant parenthood. Many common houseplant genera are toxic in some form or another, whether mildly or seriously. Others, far worse, can irritate the skin if handled too much. The good …
Even though I just mentioned it, I’d like to reiterate it for those of you who, like myself, skip straight to the instructions section of a blog post. You can move on to the next stage after you’ve finished reading the full article. Otherwise, continue reading. Removing your ZZ from its container should be done …
The fact that all portions of the plant are poisonous is one of ZZ’s biggest disadvantages. In fact, there were incorrect reports in the 2010s that ZZ was so toxic that it caused cancer and that people should wear gloves when handling it. What is the truth? It’s poisonous, but it’s not malignant. To avoid …
A stem cutting of a ZZ Plant will produce faster propagation outcomes. How to propagate a ZZ Plant cutting is as follows: Make a straight cut with a sterilized knife near the base of your plant to remove a stalk. Replace the water every 3-4 weeks after placing the clipped stem in it. It’s fine …
Cuttings from leaves or stems, root ball division, and waiting for it to go to seed are all options for replicating a Zamioculcas zamiifolia plant. This is true for both the traditional green ZZ plant variants and the new black raven ZZ plant varieties. Can you grow a ZZ plant from a cutting? A ZZ …
Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which means I get a reward if you buy something after clicking on one of them. ZZ plants are tough plants that can withstand the harshest of environments. There have been instances when I’ve gone on vacation and returned to find that my ZZ plant …
ZZ plants are native to Africa’s tropical regions, which have rainy and dry seasons, resulting in wildly changing growing conditions. As a result, they are very forgiving houseplants! ZZ plants thrive in fluorescent lights in offices and commercial buildings since they need a lot of indirect light (direct sunshine can scorch the leaves). ZZ plants …
My ZZ Plants (Zamioculcas Zamiifolias) are fast becoming one of my favorite houseplants. They add vibrant foliage to a gloomy area, grow three to five feet tall, and require relatively little upkeep. With a ZZ, a little amount of water and a little bit of light can go a long way. But, if you’re anything …
