Costa Farms
ZZ Plant Live Indoor Plant
Best low-maintenance greenery for busy beginners and low-light spaces.
Elevate your indoor space with the ZZ Plant, a striking and resilient houseplant celebrated for its glossy, dark green foliage and upright growth. Native to eastern Africa, this plant is exceptionally drought-tolerant and adaptable to low-light conditions, making it a perfect choice for both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts. Its low-maintenance nature and ability to store water in its thick leaves and rhizomes ensure it thrives with minimal care. The ZZ Plant not only adds a touch of modern elegance but also contributes to a healthier environment with its air-purifying qualities.
$19.97
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
3617
/ 10298
#3617 in Potted Houseplants
Price vs Category Average
-62%
Below average
Scientific Name
Zamioculcas zamiifolia
/ Zamioculcas zamiifolia
Who it's for
- Plant owners wanting a low-effort, pest-free experience
- Busy professionals or beginners needing low-maintenance greenery
- Apartment dwellers with dim lighting or windowless offices
Who should skip it
- Families with curious pets or small children
- Over-attentive gardeners prone to frequent watering
- Decorators seeking rapid growth and immediate visual impact
Performance breakdown
Neglect Tolerance
Thrives on minimal attention, making it nearly impossible to kill.
Light Adaptability
Adapts seamlessly to dim corners where other houseplants would struggle.
Maintenance Effort
The self-watering pot simplifies hydration to a stress-free, infrequent task.
Aesthetic Appeal
Glossy, architectural foliage provides a sophisticated, modern look for any room.
Pet Safety
Contains toxins that pose a significant risk if ingested by pets.
Growth Rate
Slow, steady development ensures the plant maintains its compact, tidy shape.
Key Specs
Scientific Name
Zamioculcas zamiifolia
Native Range
Eastern Africa
Pot Size
10 inches
Pot Material
Weave basket
Toxicity
Toxic to pets and humans if ingested
Care Level
Easy
Watering Frequency
Low
Plant Type
Foliage Plant
Features
- Extremely tolerant of neglect and drought
- Stores water in thick leaves and rhizomes
- Adaptable to low-light conditions
- Glossy, dark green leaves
- Air-purifying qualities
- Self-watering pot included
- Easy care for beginners
- Perennial lifespan
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Costa Farms ZZ Plant for its exceptional hardiness and reliable delivery. Reviewers consistently note the plant arrives vibrant and healthy due to expert packaging. Its legendary low maintenance makes it ideal for beginners and dimly lit spaces, confirming its reputation as a resilient houseplant. The glossy, dark green foliage adds sophisticated aesthetic appeal to any interior. While most feedback is positive, a few buyers mention the received size is slightly smaller than expected, impacting initial value perception. Overall, the consensus confirms this ZZ Plant is a high quality, worthwhile investment for dependable indoor greenery.
Know before you buy
Because the ZZ plant stores water in its thick rhizomes, it is extremely drought-tolerant. You should only water it when the soil has dried out completely, which typically happens every 3 to 4 weeks depending on your home's humidity and light levels.
While the ZZ plant is highly adaptable to low-light conditions, it still requires some ambient light to thrive. It will do well in rooms with indirect light or even office spaces with fluorescent lighting, but it should not be placed in a windowless room.
No, the ZZ plant is toxic if ingested. It is best to keep this plant in a location that is inaccessible to curious pets and small children.
The weave basket serves as a decorative cover for the plastic nursery pot. It adds a modern, textured aesthetic to your space while allowing you to easily remove the plant for watering or repotting.
The ZZ plant is a slow-growing perennial. While it arrives at a substantial size in its 10-inch pot, it will continue to produce new, upright stems over time, eventually reaching a fuller, more mature appearance.
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