Foliage
Characterized by their shiny, oval-shaped deep green leaves, ZZ plants make excellent additions to any collection.
Height
On average, these plants grow to be 4 feet tall.
Toxicity
These plants are toxic to humans and pets, and should never be ingested under any circumstances.
CARE GUIDE
- Light
- This plant prefers bright, indirect sunlight. If placing indoors, a southern facing window is optimal.
- Water
- Regularly water the plant, allowing it to fully dry out before proceeding to water again.
- Temperature
- Anything between 60° F to 75° is optimal, the warmer the better. No lower than 45°F.
- Humidity
- Normal household humidity levels will allow the plant to thrive.
- Soil
- This plant prefers a rather sandy soil mixture, like combining one part perlite with two parts peat.
- Fertilizer
- These plants do not require regular fertilization, however a gentle indoor fertilizer at half strength will be fine.
- Re-potting
- Rarely needs repotting, however when done make sure the pot is no more than two inches greater than the old pot.