Zamioculcas

Zamioculcas – An elegant, indestructible plant for every interior

Zamioculcas zamiifolia (commonly known as the "ZZ plant" or "emerald palm") comes from East Africa and is the absolute number one choice for beginners and forgetful plant owners. Its dark green, oval-shaped, and extremely glossy leaves look luxurious and add a modern touch to any apartment or office. The plant gradually grows to about 1 meter in height and is famous for surviving almost anything – except overwatering.

How to care for Zamioculcas? (Care Guide)

• Light: The ZZ plant is incredibly adaptable. It thrives best in a bright spot without direct sunlight, but it also tolerates partial shade or darker corners very well (it will just grow slower there).

• Watering (The secret to success): Zamioculcas stores water in its fleshy stems and underground rhizomes. Water it very sparingly, about once every 14 to 21 days. The soil must dry out completely between waterings. In winter, watering just once a month is perfectly fine.

• Temperature: Ideal is room temperature (18–25 °C). It dislikes drafts and temperatures below 15 °C.

• Fertilizing: During the growing season (spring and summer), feed it once a month with a liquid fertilizer for indoor plants.

Florist's Tip: What to do if ZZ plant leaves turn yellow? "The most common cause of death for this otherwise indestructible plant is overwatering. If the leaves start turning yellow, mushy, or even falling off, stop watering immediately. If the soil is too wet, take the plant out of the pot, remove rotting roots, and repot it in fresh, dry soil with good drainage at the bottom (e.g., expanded clay pebbles)."

Spring Repotting and Propagation The ZZ plant grows slowly and doesn't need frequent repotting. Repot it in spring (ideally March/April) only when its underground rhizomes literally deform the plastic pot. Use well-draining soil mixed with sand (or a cactus and succulent mix). When repotting, you can easily propagate the plant by dividing the rhizomes.

Benefits of the ZZ plant

• ✅ Extremely low-maintenance – forgives you if you forget about it, perfect for offices.

• ✅ Stylish design – glossy, symmetrical leaves look very luxurious in any interior.

• ✅ Air purifier – according to studies, it effectively removes toxins (e.g., xylene and toluene) from the home environment.

• ✅ Loves partial shade – one of the few plants that will grow even far from a window.

• ✅ Longevity – with sparse watering, it will bring you joy for decades.

Product Specifications

• Zamioculcas comes in a ceramic pot (the design of the pot may vary slightly from the photo).

• Plant height: 50 - 60 cm (medium-sized, well-rooted piece).

Order Zamioculcas online with home delivery Bring home a piece of the exotic that brightens up your interior and requires no daily care!

• Safe transport: We deliver houseplants in our air-conditioned Airway vehicles, so there's no risk of temperature shock or broken leaves.

• Express delivery: In Prague, we deliver flowers within 120 minutes of ordering.

• Delivery in time windows: Choose a time that suits you (9–13, 13–17, 17–20).

• FREE greeting card: If you are sending Zamioculcas as a gift (popular for housewarmings), write a text in the order form, and we will transcribe it onto a gift card for FREE.

• FREE delivery: For purchases over 1,000 CZK, we pay for the shipping.