ZZ Plant
Zamioculcas zamiifolia
$16
Easy
Glossy, sculptural, and nearly impossible to kill. The ZZ plant looks expensive but costs less than your weekly coffee habit. It stores water in its rhizomes, so forgetting to water actually makes it happier.
Care Details
Light Low
Water Every 3–4 weeks
Humidity Average household humidity
Temperature 60–85°F (16–30°C)
Easy
Forgiving and adaptable. A great choice if you want something that thrives with minimal effort.
This plant is ideal for
- Office desks with no windows
- Anyone who forgets to water
- Modern minimalist spaces
- People who want something that looks high-maintenance but isn't
Care Tips
- Water very sparingly — overwatering is the only real threat
- Thrives in low light, grows slowly
- Wipe glossy leaves with a damp cloth for maximum shine
- New growth emerges as bright lime green and darkens over time
