Check out this new Black Zamioculcas Zamiifolia (ZZ)
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Comments (23)I got a ZZ plant in November, and it's been putting out a burst of seven huge new leaves that are still bright green, shooting up and expanding out. It's definitely stuffed into a sturdy black 6" plastic pot. I want to repot it ASAP, mostly before it bursts the pot but also because it turns out, ironically, that I have severe allergies to various soil-borne things so I'm converting all my plants (including a huge Spath Sensation, somehow!) to soil-less media. With the ZZ plant, though, I don't want to cause problems with/for the new growth. Does anyone know whether it's better or worse to transplant (in this case meaning also removing all soil from the roots) this plant when it's actively growing? Thanks, Alan...See MoreZamioculcas zamiifolia
Comments (10)Part of the information above is not scientifically correct. According to the very technical scientific text The Genera of Araceae by Dr. Simon Mayo of the Royal Botanic Garden Kew in London, J. Bogner and P.C. "Pete" Boyce (all botanists) this plant comes from Tanzania and close by countries in southern Africa. It grows in a region on rocky lightly shaded terrain that has a distinct wet and dry season. During the wet season it is extremely wet and does not mind that condition at all. It does, as was stated, need extremely porous soil in order to survive. The plant is an aroid (Araceae) and reproduces by producing a spathe and spadix somewhat similar to a Peace Lily. Many tropical botanical gardens are now growing this species within their tropical atrium in what most growers would consider very wet conditions. That simulates the wet rainy season in Africa. The plant does not seem to care. I have been growing one in an enclosed tropical atrium in the ground for 3 years with no ill effect. The trick? It is in very porous soil that drains quickly. A sandy soil mixture is necessary but in these conditions the plant will grow larger and more beautiful that almost any seen growing in totally dry conditions. I have written an article in consultation with one of these botanists as well as the curators of several botanical gardens. You will likely be very surprised to learn about this plant from a scientific point of view. The link is below Here is a link that might be useful: Zamioculcas zamiifolia...See MoreNew to houseplants- how to not kill ZZ Plant and Dracaena Marginata?
Comments (5)Hi! These are not terribly picky plants, things should go well, assuming both are in a pot with a hole in the bottom, and not inappropriately dense/soggy/muddy soil. :+) The one picky aspect of Dracaenas is being sensitive to tap water chemicals. Whenever possible, give that rain water, distilled, or condensate from a dehumidifier or A/C. Sounds like it might be too big to move for watering. A turkey baster will help you remove excess water from a drip saucer. First, the fun. Both of these plants have a "strange people" article. If you like to find the humor in things, plants have some too: http://plantsarethestrangestpeople.blogspot.com/2009/11/fall-guy-dracaena-marginata.html http://plantsarethestrangestpeople.blogspot.com/2008/07/stoner-zamioculcas-zamiifolia.html "should I have removed all of the old soil from the roots?" Yes, that's repotting. What you described doing is merely potting up. Repotting is preferred because variation in soil type/texture makes it difficult for moisture to move from one to the other. "should I have placed some pebbles or perlite or something in the bottom" No, that doesn't help with drainage/aeration, it's just an old wives' tale. Many previous discussions about this if you feel like searching/reading more. I'm also a huge fan of the great info here: http://forums2.gardenweb.com/discussions/1490818/good-growing-practices-an-overview-for If you are able to share a pic of your plants, please do. Everyone loves plant porn!...See Moreoops! skewered ZZ tuber, now what?
Comments (6)JetSquid, Again, do nothing, not everything requires fixing as this has already shown you by showing you new growth. Before applying anything for some kind of remedy, it's best to know WHY. So Mike, WHY should she do this? What would it accomplish?...See MoreLauren (Zone 9a)
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