ZZ Plant — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Zamioculcas zamiifolia |
|---|---|
| Seed germination (days) | 30–60 |
| Soil temperature for germination (°C) | 21.1–26.7 |
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 365–730 |
| Measured from | Transplant |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 45.7–61 |
| Mature height (cm) | 45.7–91.4 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 45.7–91.4 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 10–12 |
| Light | Shade |
| Water | Low |
| Sowing method | Transplant |
Growing directions
Grow in low to bright indirect light; ZZ Plant is the definitive choice for extremely low-light situations — it can survive in conditions (dim office corners, fluorescent-lit rooms, north windows) where virtually no other decorative foliage plant remains healthy. Zamioculcas zamiifolia is a tropical perennial from the dry forests of East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Zambia) that stores water in its underground rhizomes and the thick, succulent stems of its compound leaves — an adaptation to the extended dry seasons of its native habitat that translates to extraordinary drought and neglect tolerance in cultivation. The plant produces arching, glossy, pinnately-compound leaves of glossy, dark, almost waxy, deep green oval leaflets that give it a clean, architectural, perpetually healthy appearance. ZZ Plant has become one of the most universally planted commercial interior foliage plants — used in office lobbies, shopping malls, airports, and dim indoor spaces worldwide precisely because it maintains its attractive appearance under conditions that defeat any other ornamental. The 'Raven' cultivar produces dramatic near-black to dark purple foliage. CAUTION: All parts of the plant contain calcium oxalate crystals and are toxic if ingested; the sap can irritate skin and eyes.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0