ZZ plant: How to multiply zamioculcas zamiifolia
The plant ZZ, also known as zamioculcas zamiifolia, is a popular indoor plant because of its ease of maintenance and its ability to survive under low light conditions. If you are a plant lover and want to multiply your zamioculcas zamiifolia, there are some simple methods you can follow.
Divide rhizomes
The most common method for propagating the ZZ plant is to divide the rhizomes. Here is how to proceed:
- Remove the plant from the pot by carefully handling it so as not to damage the rhizomes.
- Identify the thick and fleshy rhizomes that develop below the soil surface.
- Use a sharp and clean knife to divide rhizomes into sections, ensuring that each section has several stems and roots.
- Plant each section in a pot filled with well drained soil and water slightly.
Propagating by cutting
Another method of propagating the plant ZZ is cutting. Here are the steps to follow:
- Remove a healthy and vigorous stem from the plant, ensuring that it has at least one leaf.
- Soak the cut end of the stem in cutting hormone to promote rooting.
- Plant the stem in a small pot filled with soil and keep the soil slightly moist.
- Place the pot in a bright place but in direct sunlight.
Multiply by Division of Releases
ZZ plants sometimes produce discharges or bulbillas at the base of the parent plant. Here’s how to multiply them:
- Identify discharges or bulbillas that form at the base of the parent plant.
- Wait until the discharges have developed some roots before separating them from the parent plant.
- Plant the discards in individual pots filled with soil and water them regularly.
By following these methods of multiplication, you can expand your ZZ plant collection and enjoy their beauty and resilience in your home.