Skip to content

Zamioculcas zamiifolia, ZZ Plant - Plant

Save 17% Save 17%
Original price ₹ 312
Original price ₹ 312
Original price ₹ 312
Current price ₹ 259
₹ 259
Current price ₹ 259

⚡ Extra 30% Off on Checkout

Today's Offer

  • Get ₹249 Air Purifier Money Plant Free
    *On orders above 599
  • Get ₹275 Vegetable garden pack
    *On orders above 599
  • Get Pack of 6 Colourful Pots Free
    *On orders above 599
  • Get Pack of 2 Plant Growth Booster Free
    *On all orders
  • Get Pack of 2 Special Flower Booster Free
    *On all orders
  • Earn 200% ncash
    On all orders placed today
* check details on cart page

Images are for reference purposes only. Actual product may vary in shape or appearance based on climate, age, height, etc. The product is replaceable but not returnable.

Imported Winter Flower Bulbs

View More

Description

The ZZ Plant is one of the very popular foliage plants used in homes and offices around the world for its small glossy leaves and easy maintenance. ZZ plant is almost impossible to kill.

    What makes it special:
  • NASA recommended indoor air purifier plant.
  • Best plant for AC rooms.
  • Very easy to care and low maintenance plant.
  • Best indoor plant for low light condition.
Sr Item name
1 Zamioculcas zamiifolia, ZZ Plant - Plant
2 4 inch (10 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black)
3 4.5 inch (11 cm) Ronda No. 1110 Round Plastic Planter (Yellow)

Zamioculcas is a genus of flowering plants in the family Araceae, containing the single species Zamioculcas zamiifolia. It is a tropical perennial plant native to eastern Africa, from Kenya south to northeastern South Africa. ZZ plant has attractive and dark green leaves which makes it best for offices and homes.

It is drought tolerant and accepts low-light conditions.ZZ plant flowers very rare when grown indoors but ZZ plants can produce little white, spathe-type flowers almost identical to the flowers of a peace lily. ZZ plant is an excellent air purifier according to NASA which removes toxins such as xylene, toluene, and benzene from the air.

Plant Specifications

Plant Height 9 inch (23 cm)
Plant Spread 5 inch (13 cm)
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name ZZ Plant, Aroid Palm, Zuzu plant
Maximum Reachable Height 1-2 mete
Flower Colour Greenish White.
Bloom Time Rarely bloom
Difficulty Level Easy

Planting and care


Refer our Garden Guide for detailed procedures and meanings of words related to gardening.

Sunlight

  • Natural indirect / artificial bright light is ideal for money plant growth.
  • Protect from direct sunlight.

  • Soil
  • The soil should be well drained and fertile, rich in organic content.

  • Watering
  • Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
  • Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) water when the top soil (3-4 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.
  • Apply water probably in the morning or evening time.
  • Do not overwater the plant.
  • As a rule of thumb, water the plant thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.

  • Application of Fertilizer
  • Before application of fertilizer loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture.
  • Feed the plant with organic fertilizer once in a two months.
  • Apply water immediately after application of fertilizer.

  • Plant Protection
  • Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.
  • For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.

  • Donts
  • Do not over water the plant especially when pot does not have drainage holes.
  • Protect from direct sunlight.
  • keep away from the AC Vents.
  • Zamioculcas zamiifolia care

    Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:

  • Keep the plant in Natural indirect /Artificial bright Light.
  • Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
  • apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) water when top soil (3-4 inches) feels dry to touch.
  • Do not re-pot for min. 2 weeks after receiving it.

  • Key requirements to keep plant healthy:
    Sunlight Natural indirect /Artificial bright Light
    Watering Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) water when the topsoil (3-4 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.
    Soil Soil should be well-drained and fertile, rich in organic content.
    Temperature 20 to 35 degrees Celsius
    Fertilizer Apply organic fertilizer once in two months.

    Zamioculcas zamiifolia special feature

    Excellent air purifier plant according to NASA.

    Zamioculcas zamiifolia uses

    Ornamental Use:

    • It makes an excellent container or house plant

    Trending Collections

    Save 40% with Gardening Solutions

    You may also need


    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is a ZZ plant good for?

    ZZ plant is good for the decoration of a room that receives low light or AC rooms and those who want to a plant with very less water requirements.

    What is ZZ plant?

    Zamioculcas zamiifolia (ZZ) plant is a succulent that can grow in low light conditions and with very less water requirements. It can also grow in AC rooms but away from AC vents.

    When to plant ZZ cuttings?

    Start planting cuttings of ZZ plant in Spring(February-March) or Summer(April-June) season.

    Do ZZ plants like to be pot bound?

    No plant like to be pot bound. If you observe pot bound condition for your ZZ plant then consider re-potting it.

    What fertilizer can be applied for ZZ plant?

    Any organic fertilizer like vermicompost or succulent specific fertilizer like Succulent Booster.

    When to fertilize ZZ plant?

    ZZ plant does not require much fertilizers for its growth. However, Apply organic fertilizer once in a month (January - March).

    Do ZZ plants grow fast?

    ZZ plant is a relatively slow-growing plant.

    Can ZZ plant grow in water?

    Yes, you can but, we recommend growing ZZ plant in well-drained, fertile and nutrient-rich soil and not in water directly.

    What size of pot can be used for ZZ plant?

    The pot size depends on the size of plant (Approx 5-7 inches). The pot should be large enough to accommodate the roots and tubers of ZZ plant easily leaving room for its growth.

    Do ZZ plants like humidity?

    ZZ plant likes moderate humidity.

    Where to place ZZ plant?

    Place ZZ plants indoor at a location receiving indirect bright light like Living room, Bedroom, Balcony receiving indirect light.

    Does ZZ plant need drainage?

    Yes, ZZ plant grows best in a pot with well drained soil in pot with drainage holes.

    Why is my ZZ plant turning brown?

    ZZ plant turns brown mostly because of root rot that is caused Due to overwatering or less watering to plant.also few reasons ZZ plant turning brown are as follows
    1.plant does not get proper sunlight.
    2.Lack of Nutrient.
    3.Disease infestation.

    Does ZZ plant bloom?

    Yes, ZZ plant is flowering plant which rarely blooms a flower with attractive spathe.

    Can ZZ plants go outside?

    No, ZZ plants require indirect bright light for growth and should be protected from direct sunlight.

    Why is my ZZ plant dying?

    Most common reason for ZZ plant dying is root rot due to overwatering.

    Does ZZ plant need sunlight?

    No, ZZ plant does not require direct sunlight. plant grows well in natural indirect bright light or Artificial bright light.

    When to water ZZ plant?

    Apply water to your ZZ plant when soil in the pot (3-4 inch) feels dry to touch.

    Can ZZ plants be propagated from stem cuttings?

    Yes, ZZ plant can be propagated from stem cuttings.

    When to repot ZZ plant?

    If the plant starts to outgrow its current pot or the roots start coming out of drainage holes, its time to re pot your ZZ plant.

    How to grow ZZ plant?

    ZZ plant is grown by cuttings. Consider the following points to grow plant. 
    1. Pot size 4-inch upper diameter with a drainage hole.
    2. Sunlight- Natural indirect bright light or Artificial bright light is required.
    3. Soil- Soil or potting mixture should be well-drained, fertile and nutrient-rich.
    4. Water-Water the plant when 3-4 inch surface soil layer feels dry to touch. 
    5. Fertilizer - Apply any organic fertilizer during the main growing season (January - March).

    Note - For further details check the product description on nurserylive.com 

    Is ZZ plant a succulent?

    Yes, ZZ plant is a succulent plant.

    Does ZZ plant purify air?

    Yes, ZZ plant is regarded as a indoor air purifier plant.

    Is ZZ plant poisonous?

    ZZ plants may prove poisonous on direct consumption of its parts.

    How to propagate ZZ plant?

    ZZ plant can be propagated though any of the below methods

    1. Division, simply separating or cutting the plants roots into two clumps and replanting them.

    2. By rooting leaf cuttings or leaflets.

    Why is my ZZ plant leaves turning yellow?

    The main reasons for ZZ plant leave turning yellow are as follows
    1.Due to overwatering or less watering to plant.
    2.plant does not get proper sunlight.
    3.Lack of Nutrient.
    4.Disease infestation.

    Can ZZ plant grow in low light?

    Yes, ZZ plant can be grown in relatively low light condition but ideal growing light requirement is indirect bright light.

    Why is my ZZ plant drooping?

    Check the water in the soil, If too dry for long time then apply water until it starts coming out of drainage holes without getting stagnant in pot. If plant is placed in direct sunlight, move it in indirect bright light location. check any disease infestation is also a possibility.

    Customer Reviews

    Based on 142 reviews Write a review

    Related Category