Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
zamiifolia
ID:
335815

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Lodd.) Engl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 23B: 305 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335147

Common Names

  • Zamioculcas zamiifolia
  • Zanzibar Gem
  • Zamioculcas

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Description

Zamioculcas zamiifolia (also called ZZ Plant, among many other common names) is a small shrub with long, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical Africa, and it grows in wet, humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Zamioculcas zamiifolia is used as an ornamental plant and is believed to bring good luck and prosperity.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zamioculcas zamiifolia has small white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zamioculcas zamiifolia is a tropical plant native to Africa. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or division of the root ball. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slower process.

Where to Find Zamioculcas zamiifolia

Zamioculcas zamiifolia can be found in the tropical rain forests of Central and South America.

Zamioculcas zamiifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zamioculcas zamiifolia?

Zamioculcas zamiifolia

What is the common name of Zamioculcas zamiifolia?

Zamia-leaved Zamioculcas

What is the habitat of Zamioculcas zamiifolia?

Zamioculcas zamiifolia is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Species in the Zamioculcas genus

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Conrad Loddiges (1738-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lodd.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:89402-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.