ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) — Live Indoor Houseplant

Plant type: Zamioculcas zamiifolia, commonly called the ZZ plant, is a tropical perennial appreciated for its glossy, pinnate leaves and upright habit.

Included: The plant ships potted in a small nursery container, ready to display on arrival. Expect a single established plant showing healthy, deep-green foliage and several firm stems emerging from a compact crown.

Construction and size: Leaves are thick and waxy, attached to sturdy stems that rise from underground rhizomes. Those rhizomes act as natural water reservoirs, which is why the plant tolerates drought and sporadic care. Indoors this species typically remains slow-growing and can reach up to about 3 feet (approximately 90 cm) in favorable conditions.

Care and placement: Place the ZZ in bright indirect light or moderate to low light; avoid prolonged direct sun which can scorch the leaves. Water sparingly and allow the potting mix to dry partially between waterings. Minimal maintenance and its tolerance for neglect make it suitable for desks, shelves, countertops, or as a floor-standing accent. It’s also often cited for indoor air-quality benefits, though it should be kept out of reach of pets and small children.