The ZZ Plant is characterized by its waxy green leaves above the surface of its potting mix, and its large potato-like rhizomes underneath. These rhizomes store water, making the ZZ a hardy, drought-tolerant houseplant that only needs water every few weeks.
Small plants arrive in a 5" wide nursery grow pot and measure between 9"-12" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage
Medium plants arrive in an 8" wide nursery grow pot and measure between 14-20" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage
Large plant arrive in a 10" wide nursery grow pot and measure between 16–24" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage
Care Guide
ZZ PlantZanzibar, Kenya, Eastern Africa
Plant Care
Thrives in medium to bright indirect light, but can tolerate low indirect light. Not suited for intense, direct sun.
Water every 2-3 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.
You might spot large potato-like rhizomes under the surface of the ZZ Plant's soil. These store water to help the plant survive drought in its native habitat.
Sad Plant Signs
Wilting plant, dry potting mix:
Thirsty plant, underwatered
Wrinkled leaves:
Thirsty plant, underwatered
Yellowing and becoming mushy, wet potting mix:
Root rot, overwatered
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The ZZ Plant is characterized by its waxy green leaves above the surface of its potting mix, and its large potato-like rhizomes underneath. These rhizomes store water, making the ZZ a hardy, drought-tolerant houseplant that only needs water every few weeks.
Small plants arrive in a 5" wide nursery grow pot and measure between 9"-12" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage
Medium plants arrive in an 8" wide nursery grow pot and measure between 14-20" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage
Large plant arrive in a 10" wide nursery grow pot and measure between 16–24" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage