Zamioculcas zamiifolia Plant Care

Learn All About Zamioculcas zamiifolia Plant Care with our Guide

The Zamioculcas zamiifolia plant, also known as Zanzibar gem, is a tropical perennial with lush and waxy green leaves. The Zamioculcas zamiifolia plant is native to eastern Africa and grows from rhizomes (underground stems) that store nutrients and water. This allows the plant to reproduce and protects it from under-watering.

Caring for your Zamioculcas zamiifolia Plant

Zamioculcas zamiifolia Sunlight

The Zamioculcas zamiifolia plant is known as a low-light plant, but will do best if it receives plenty of indirect sunlight. Aim for a north-facing window that is sheltered from direct sun. Direct sunlight can scorch your Zamioculcas zamiifolia plant’s leaves.

Zamioculcas zamiifolia Soil & Nutrients

Zamioculcas zamiifolia plants aren’t too fussy about their soil and any quick-draining potting mix will suffice. They also don’t need a huge amount of fertiliser, so aim to apply a half-strength liquid fertiliser every other month during the growing season (May to August).

Zamioculcas zamiifolia Water

The Zamioculcas zamiifolia plant is drought tolerant and won’t enjoy receiving too much water, so let the soil dry out between waterings. You should expect to water your Zamioculcas zamiifolia plant once or twice a month in summer and half this in the winter. Yellow and droopy leaves suggest the plant is getting too much water.

Zamioculcas zamiifolia Climate & Humidity

Zamioculcas zamiifolia plants are ideally suited to household temperatures and humidity, and won’t be overly sensitive to the environment in your home. Warm conditions are preferable, so avoid cold draughts and if necessary provide some extra humidity by misting occasionally.

Zamioculcas zamiifolia Maintenance

Zamioculcas zamiifolia plants are very low maintenance once they are established. Keep the leaves clean of dust by wiping them with a damp cloth and prune any yellow or dead growth.