About ZZ Plant

If ever there was the perfect plant for the ultimate brown thumb, the easy ZZ plant is it. This virtually indestructible houseplant can take months and months of neglect and low light and still look amazing.

The ZZ plant grows similar to tree plants or palms and has stems with many leaves growing from these stems. The leaves are a fleshy type which are only a couple of inches in length and an inch or so wide. Some of these stems from the same plant grow straight up and then others arch over.

ZZ plant stems grow in a graceful, wand-like shape that starts thick and bulbous at the base and then tapers to a point. Along the stem are oval-shaped leaves that make the plant look like stylized feathers.

The entire plant has a waxy, shiny coating that makes it appear to resemble those made of plastic. Between the sculptural qualities of the plant and its waxy coating, it is not uncommon for people to insist that it must be an artificial plant.

Will ZZ plant works in purifying the air?

Yes, The plant has air purifying qualities for the indoor environment. A Study from the Department of Plant and Environmental Science at the University of Copenhagen from 2014 shows the plant is able to remove volatile organic compounds from the air.

Which Growth medium is best for ZZ plant?

For the best result ZZ plant growth medium is COCOPEAT

what is the light direction for the zz plant?

Light: Indirect sunlight or complete shade

When to add water in ZZ plant?

Water: Sparingly water twice a week

When to fertilize ZZ plant?

Fertilizer: Liquid fertilizer once a month

what is the common name use for ZZ plant?

COMMON NAME(S) Zamia, Eternal Plant, Zanzibar Gem

What is a NATIVE REGION of ZZ plant?
East Africa

What is the Botanical name of ZZ plant?
BOTANICAL NAME: Zamioculcas Zamiifolia

In which FAMILY ZZ plants belongs?
Araceae

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