ZZ Plant (Zanzibar Gem)
Zamioculcas zamiifolia
Family: AraceaeNative: Eastern AfricaIdentified: Mar 16, 2026
A popular indoor plant known for its wide, dark green, highly glossy leaves that grow on thick, fleshy stems originating from underground rhizomes.
Learn more about ZZ Plant (Zanzibar Gem) in the encyclopedia →Care instructions
Thrives in low to bright indirect light. Water only when the soil is completely dry, typically every 2-4 weeks. Use well-draining potting mix and keep in temperatures between 60°F and 75°F.