zamioculcas zamiifolia

Emerald palm, Dollar plant, Fortune plant.

Care level

Easy

This tough-as-nails plant stores water in its thick stems and shiny leaves, allowing it to survive weeks of neglect without losing its luster. Its glossy, dark green leaves grow in perfect symmetry, creating a naturally sculptural appearance that has made it a favorite in both minimalist and luxury interior design.

Care & maintenance

Light

Low light

All areas of your interior that are in the shade or more than 2.5 meters away from a natural light source.

Temperature

Wide range (59°F - 86°F)

Fertilization frequency

Low

Once per season.

Humidity & watering

Low

Allow the soil to dry between waterings.

An ambiant humidity between 30 and 50% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a General purpose mix: A versatile blend with excellent water retention and aeration. Provides balanced nutrition and suitable drainage for a wide variety of houseplants.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

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Pot

Standard size

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

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Features

Size & growth

Medium

Upright

Slow growth

This plant grows slowly. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.

It grows upwards without support.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species
Cat
Dog
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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Flowering & not self-pollinating

The zamioculcas zamiifolia can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.

Propagation methods

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