ZZ plant
Zamioculcas zamiifolia · Zamioculcas · Arum family
Also known as: Zanzibar Gem · Zuzu Plant · Aroid Palm
Very easy40–80cmNot pet-safe
ZZ plant care at a glance
ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) needs little water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 18–26 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 18–26 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Toxicity on ZZ plant
Possible pests on ZZ plant include Scale insects. A common disease is Root rot. ZZ plant is toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Pest
- Scale insects Medium
Disease
- Root rot High
Toxicity
- Insoluble calcium oxalates Medium
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Frequently asked questions about ZZ plant
- Which pests affect ZZ plant?
- Possible pests on ZZ plant include Scale insects.
- Which diseases affect ZZ plant?
- A common disease is Root rot.
- Is ZZ plant toxic to cats and dogs?
- ZZ plant is toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
- How much water does ZZ plant need?
- ZZ plant has a low water requirement.
- What light does ZZ plant need?
- ZZ plant prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is ZZ plant frost-hardy?
- ZZ plant is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 16 °C.