ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi'

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Zamioculcas zamiifolia 'Wabi Sabi'

Genus

Zamioculcas

Family

Araceae

Order

Alismatales

How to care for ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi'

💦 Water

How often to water your ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi'

ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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☀️ Light

Finding light for ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' in your home

ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' can tolerate being far from a window and light source.

Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

💨 Humidity

ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

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🪴 Soil

ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

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❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

🌎 Native Region

ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' is native to Southeastern Africa.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9b-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

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😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with ZZ Plant 'Wabi Sabi'. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!