Recently, thanks to Feng Shui, zamioculcas has become a very popular indoor plant. For its magical properties and decorative appearance, the evergreen tree is grown in many apartments and offices. “Dollar tree”, “celibacy flower” - all these names belong to Zamioculcos. Care at home is simple, and therefore even a novice gardener can grow it.
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Types of homemade Zamioculcas with photos and names
The perennial shrub belongs to the Araceae family and grows in the mountains and tropical jungles of East Africa. Zamioculcas zamifolia is the only species in its genus, and a variegated subspecies has already separated from it.
Zamioculcas zamiifolia
Zamioculcas zamifolia is a succulent with thick cylindrical shoots growing vertically.
On them alternately on short petioles there are leaves with pointed tips. They are painted in a uniform dark green color, with shallow furrows running along the veins. Interesting! Brown-purple spots with uneven outlines appear on the trunks of adult zamioculcas. no need to worry: this is a normal stage of flower development, and not a sign of disease.
Zamioculcas variegate
The variegated subspecies of Zamioculcas is distinguished by its spectacular leaf color. They are characterized by smooth transitions between yellow and green shades, and there are even colorless areas.
This diversity is actually due to a mutation in the genome of Zamioculcas, due to which most of it loses the ability to photosynthesize.
Succulent leaves are located opposite each other.
Zamioculcas Black
Zamioculcas - transplanting a dollar tree
Zamioculcas Black is a rare species of exotic plant, native to Madagascar. The flower grows up to one and a half meters in height. Rarely blooms. Easy to care for. Air humidity and soil type are not particularly important. Zamioculcas black prefers the shady side; direct exposure to sunlight threatens the formation of burns on the leaves. The ideal place is a window sill on the north side of the apartment with good air ventilation. A loggia, balcony, attic, veranda are suitable.
Growing black zamioculcas in an apartment
Some signs associated with the dollar tree
There are many signs associated with Zamioculcas, mostly positive ones.
- A flower in the house of a lonely girl promises her to soon find female happiness and meet her other half.
- Zamioculcas is better known by its nickname "dollar tree" because its green leaves are associated with foreign currency. According to Feng Shui, it is recommended to place the flower in the southeastern part of the apartment, which contributes to the material well-being of household members.
- If the leaves of zamioculcas begin to turn yellow and fall off, then this is a harbinger of financial waste in the near future.
- Zamioculcas flowering is observed very rarely , and therefore speaks of impending great happiness or success in business.
Advice! Signs are more likely to come true if the plant was not purchased in a store, but was given as a gift by a successful person or a happy married woman.
FAQ
Quite often, questions arise when growing zamioculcas.
Why is it growing poorly? Why doesn't it produce new shoots?
There may be several reasons, they are mainly related to improper care of zamioculcas: insufficient lighting, a cramped small pot, improper planting - buried tubers or lack of a drainage layer in the pot, too low a temperature, drafts during the winter dormancy period.
Perhaps the dollar tree was recently purchased or replanted and is simply getting used to its new surroundings.
How often does it bloom?
At home, Zamioculcas blooms very rarely, and if it does bloom, it is already in adulthood.
It is necessary to create the most optimal conditions for it, but even then, very young plants most likely will not bloom.
However, as with any rules, there are exceptions here, and for some gardeners who love their pets very much, zamioculcas can bloom at an earlier age.
What to do if a branch breaks off?
Carefully cut it off at the very base of the stem with a sharp knife and be sure to sprinkle the cut with activated carbon powder.
According to numerous data from the forums of amateur gardeners, the main reasons for failures when growing zamioculcas at home are excessive watering, as well as non-compliance with the conditions of maintenance and care during the winter dormancy period, when the plant needs low air temperature combined with humidity.
Caring for Zamioculcas at home (in detail)
Like most succulents, Zamioculcas can adapt to even the most unfavorable living conditions.
But in order for the plant to look beautiful and grow well, it is recommended to follow a number of simple care rules .
Temperature
The succulent does not have any special requirements for temperature. In summer, it tolerates an increase in thermometer readings to 28 °C. The optimal range is considered to be 22…25 °C. In winter, it is recommended to gradually reduce the temperature to 16 °C, but not allow the temperature to drop below 12 °C.
There is no need to expose the flower to sudden changes in temperature , especially if it is kept outdoors in the summer. In winter, when ventilating, it is better to move the pot away from the window.
Spraying
Spraying the dollar tree is needed mainly for hygienic purposes. Smooth leaves quickly collect dust on their surface, so periodically they need to be washed in the shower or wiped with a damp sponge.
The succulent does not need daily spraying , since it is accustomed to growing in dry places. It will be good to refresh the flower in summer at high air temperatures or in winter when kept near a battery.
Lighting
The color saturation of the leaves depends on the intensity and duration of illumination. A large Zamioculcas is difficult to place on a windowsill, so it should be placed on a table or stand near the window .
You can also place the pot in the back of the room, where there is diffuse lighting for at least 6 hours a day.
Carefully! If the light source is far from the flower, then Zamioculcas will extend its branches towards it. The plant will have to constantly rotate around its axis, and this will lead to the formation of a spreading shrub.
In winter, it is better to place additional lamps next to the zamioculcas, otherwise the leaves will noticeably fade during the short daylight hours.
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