Zamioculca interior

When it comes to easy-care houseplants, there's one tropical plant we can't overlook: the zamioculca (Zamioculcas zamiifolia), also known in some countries as the "lucky plant."

The zamioculca plant owes its distinctive appearance to its ability to store water in its fleshy leaves and stems, which act as a reserve in the event of drought, making it a succulent plant.
It is a perennial plant that reaches heights of up to 1 meter in its native habitat, although in pots and indoors it usually remains somewhat lower than this height.
The zamioculca flower has very little ornamental value, as it consists of small, inconspicuous yellow inflorescences, so it is a species appreciated primarily as a green plant.
Its leaves are toxic, so it is advisable to prevent children or pets from accidentally ingesting it.
Location and Light for Zamioculca
This plant appreciates brightly lit areas, although it doesn't require it as much as other indoor plants. If you have a well-lit room where you can place your zamioculca away from direct sunlight, you'll be providing ample light that will prevent its stems from curling or drooping.

Regarding temperature, since this is an indoor plant, it's understood that it won't be exposed to extreme conditions. In any case, zamioculca thrives in temperatures above 15°C, so try not to place it in rooms where the temperature will drop below that level.

If you place it outdoors, keep all this in mind and place it in a temperature-appropriate area and in semi-shade, that is, close to sunlight but not direct sunlight.

Watering Zamioculca
It is very important not to overwater this plant because, like most water-retaining plants, excessive watering can easily cause root rot.

Therefore, avoid overwatering the plant as much as possible when watering it, and be sure to place it in a pot with drainage holes. Let the soil dry between waterings, especially if your plant is not in a well-lit area. In the cold months, you will need to reduce watering frequency even further. If in doubt, it is better to underwater rather than overwater.

Soil and Fertilizer for Zamioculca
Since this plant does not tolerate excess moisture, it is very important that its soil offers optimal drainage. Prepare a bed of expanded clay, coarse gravel, or some other similar material at the base of the container and then use a light, well-draining universal soil. Here you can learn more about the appropriate substrate for plants that retain water well in their stems and leaves: How to Make a Potting Soil for Cacti and Succulents.

When to Repot Zamioculca
This plant has very strong, rapidly developing roots, which will soon fill the entire available space in the pot if it's growing properly. Therefore, it will need to be repotted to a new, larger container approximately every two years.

The plant's strong roots may deform the pots or containers, forcing us to carefully break them up to remove and repot it. If this is the case, repot it the following spring.