Description

🌿 About ZZ Black:

• Scientific name: Zamioculcas zamiifolia ‘Raven’

• Nickname: Raven ZZ, Black ZZ

• Native to: Eastern Africa

• Looks: New leaves start bright green, then darken to black-purple

• Size: Grows up to 3–4 feet tall over time

• Toxicity: Poisonous if ingested (keep away from pets/kids)

🛠️ How to Maintain ZZ Black:

💡 Light:

• Best: Bright, indirect light

• Okay with: Low light (but slower growth)

• Avoid: Direct sun – it can scorch leaves

💧 Water:

• Let the top 2 inches of soil dry before watering again

• Overwatering = root rot danger

• Water less often in winter

🪴 Soil & Pot:

• Use well-draining soil (succulent/cactus mix works well)

• Pot must have drainage holes

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity:

• Prefers 18–29°C (65–85°F)

• Handles dry air but likes a bit of humidity

• Mist leaves occasionally or use a humidity tray

🌿 Fertilizer:

• Use half-strength balanced fertilizer once a month in spring/summer

• No need to fertilize in winter

🔄 Other Care Tips:

• Wipe leaves to keep them shiny and dust-free

• Rotate occasionally for even growth

• Repot every 2–3 years or when roots outgrow the pot