Zanzibar gem	(Zamioculcas zamiifolia) (2024)

FAQs

What are the disadvantages of Zamioculcas Zamiifolia? ›

All parts of the plant are poisonous. If chewed or swallowed symptoms can cause immediate pain or a burning sensation and swelling of the lips, mouth, tongue and throat. Contact dermatitis may also occur in sensitive individuals.

Though it can tolerate lower indirect light, the ZZ thrives in medium to bright indirect light. It will be happy with a minimum of six hours per day and can tolerate up to 12 during the warmer months.

Let soil dry out completely in between waterings. A deep watering once every few weeks is often adequate depending on growing conditions. They can survive months without water, so missing a week or two isn't likely to cause a problem. It's better to underwater your ZZ plant than to overwater it.

ZZ plants are hardly attention seekers, and they can easily tolerate dull light conditions and fewer watering sessions. Unlike other houseplants that require continuous maintenance suitable environment, ZZ plants can easily go on for days without watering and frequent fertilization.

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.

The ZZ plant can thrive in rooms where few other plants can grow, so you can put it practically anywhere – in the living room, kitchen, bathroom, or bedroom. It's also a great low-light plant for your office.

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.)

Water: Water thoroughly and allow the top 5 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Soggy soil will cause the rhizomes to rot. Despite being drought-tolerant, your ZZ will be healthiest with regular watering. Humidity: Average indoor humidity, no adjustments required.

The petioles of the ZZ plant retain some pluripotency--that is, the ability to generate a whole new plant if it is cut and planted. That makes the petioles propagatable, as though they were stems. As if they weren't already amazing enough, ZZ plants have been found in a NASA study to purify the air of harmful toxins.

Place the cutting near a window where it gets bright, indirect light — your ZZ cutting will grow much quicker with more sunlight.

How big can Zanzibar Gem grow? ›

Name: Zanzibar gem, ZZ plant, Zamioculcus zamiifolia. Height: up to 1m. Plant type: perennial. Climate: prefers a warm, frost-free climate outdoors, but is adaptable to a variety of indoor environments.

Too Much or Too Little Moisture

Overwatering can turn into a larger issue, root rot, which could result in plant death. Check the moisture of the soil and adjust your watering cadence accordingly. If the ZZ Plant is turning brown and the tips are dry and crispy, the issue is likely under watering.

According to this article, https://www.nature-and-garden.com/gardening/zz-plant.html , those are happy tears: This is a normal phenomen and is the sign of a happy, well-watered specimen.

Hailed as an unkillable plant, this green leafy indoor plant can survive forgetful owners and survive in a wide range of environments. From bright to low light settings and can tolerate long periods of underwatering.

The plant is an air-purifier, which can eliminate toxins in air such as xylene, toluene and benzene to a great extent. ZZ plants are easy to care and maintain as they can survive in minimum sunlight and are resistant to drought conditions.

The ZZ plant, Zanzibar Gem or 'Never Water Me' tree are popular low maintenance house plants. They only carry a mild ability to be poisonous to dogs, and symptoms of this include irritation of the mouth and lips and drooling more than usual due to the calcium oxalate crystals in the plant.

Also called the 'fortune tree', the ZZ plant plays a prime role in the practice of Feng Shui. According to the legends, the plant is primarily associated with growth, good luck, wealth and fortune. It is beneficial in deflecting the negative energies and welcoming good vibes.