Zamioculcas zamiifolia (Aroid Palm) - Image 19

Botanical names: Zamioculcas zamiifolia, Caladium zamiaefolium, Zamioculcas lanceolata, Zamioculcas loddigesii

Common names: Aroid Palm, ZZ Plant

Family: Araceae

Origin: Tanzania, Zanzibar

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11

Cold tolerance: 30°F

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Semi-shadeSun exposure: Semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage
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Zamioculcas zamiifolia (Aroid Palm) pale yellow flower close up with green base leaves.
Zamioculcas zamiifolia (Aroid Palm) flower with yellow spadix sitting above the green protective leaf base.
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