ZZ plants check all the boxes for being low-maintenance and will tolerate drought, low humidity, and low light. This makes them perfect for beginners or neglectful plant parents. With more light, your ZZ plant will reward you with showy new growth.
ZZ plants are easy-to-care for and will be good for a beginner. They need less water which means you need to wait for the soil to dry before watering again. They can also survive low levels of light. Outdoors, these thrive so well. My ZZ plant has broken several of my clay pots though as it's actually growing too well!
While being one of the low maintenance indoor plants, Zz plants need well drained soil. Overwatering the plant can result in root rot. Zz plants contain calcium oxalate crystals that can cause skin irritation and swelling. Vomiting and breathing problems can also occur if ingested.
The ZZ plant has very few disease or insect issues and is known to improve air quality in a home by removing certain volatile compounds. See our fact sheet Houseplants for Healthier Indoor Air for additional information.
ZZ plants are toxic to humans, although to a lesser degree than to pets. Yet again, the sap of the ZZ plant can cause skin irritation, as well as diarrhea and vomiting if accidentally ingested. So, ensure that you wear protective gloves when you take care of your ZZ plant.
Check leaf appearance
ZZ plants store water in their rhizomes (underground stems), allowing them to withstand drought periods. If the leaves start drooping slightly, it may indicate the plant is thirsty. However, ZZ plants are resilient, and slight drooping is normal. Severe drooping leaves may indicate underwatering.
🌱 Patience is key: ZZ Plant seed germination takes 4-8 weeks. 🌿 Propagation to maturity: 2-5 years for a lush ZZ canopy. 🕰️ 5-10+ year lifespan: Influenced by light, temperature, and care.
ZZ Plant. Plants that thrive in low-light conditions are ideal for bedrooms, especially if you have few windows or keep your curtains closed for privacy.
I love the ZZ Plant because it's gorgeous, tough and so easy to care for. Other names it goes by are Zanzibar Gem, Welcome Plant and its tongue twisting botanic name Zamioculcas zamifolia.
ZZ plants are another quasi succulent plant native to East Africa, it is a drought-tolerant plant that stores water in its thick stems. As another plant trying to conserve water in hot climes, it also follows the CAM photosynthesis process and thus produces oxygen at night.
Symbolism: According to Feng Shui, the ZZ plant attracts protective and purifying energy when grown indoors. Many experts believe that placing it in the southeastern corner of a space can bring wealth and growth. In Vastu, the ZZ plant is considered to bring good fortune and luck to its owners.
It's true that ZZ plants have become popular because they're tolerant of many conditions. They do well in low light and don't need frequent watering.
Where to put a ZZ plant. A room with bright, indirect light (such as a west-facing windowsill) is the best place, but the plant will cope with low to medium indirect light (such as a north or east-facing room).
ZZ plants are generally pest-free but may occasionally be bothered by mealybugs, scale, aphids, and spider mites. Good treatments for getting rid of these insects include washing the leaves with an insecticidal soap and applying organic neem oil. (See more on common houseplant pests.)
ZZ's one major drawback is that all parts of the plant are poisonous. In fact, during the 2010s there were false rumors that ZZ was so toxic that the plant caused cancer, and was so dangerous that people wore gloves when handling it.
ZZ Plant Care and Growing Tips
In order to flourish, ZZ plants need moderate light, well-draining soil, occasional fertilizing, and little else. They have low watering needs and their soil should dry completely before repeated watering.
ZZ Plant is Toxic To Humans 💀 Calcium oxalate & saponins in ZZ Plant can irritate skin and cause discomfort if ingested. Handle with care: Wear gloves, keep out of reach of kids and pets. 🚑 In case of exposure: Rinse, wash, flush affected areas, and seek medical help if severe.
Q. Should I mist my ZZ plant? A: Misting your ZZ Plant is generally unnecessary. ZZ Plants are adapted to survive in dry conditions and store water in their rhizomes, so they don't require high humidity.
Drooping and wrinkly foliage, bone-dry soil, and wrinkled leaves are all indicators of a thirsty ZZ.
Remove any remaining wet soil from the pot. Now repot the plant with the new potting soil. DO NOT WATER. In a few days the plant should perk up.
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MONEY PLANT
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