Zamiocúlcas, the celibate flower or dollar tree, belongs to a monotypic genus of plants in the Araceae family. The plant’s homeland is tropical Africa, and when cultivated in our country, flower growers may encounter problems such as zamioculcas drying out and not producing new shoots or not growing and slowly dying. That is why, when growing ornamental crops, it is very important to do timely disease prevention, as well as to follow agricultural practices.

Botanical characteristics

The herbaceous plant has a thick, tuberous rhizome and glossy, dark green, pinnate foliage. The average leaf length reaches a meter. The leaves have swelling at the base. Less than ten years ago, breeders obtained a miniature cultivar of the plant, represented by a compact bush no more than 0.6 m high, with small foliage.

Zamioculcas are unpretentious plants and can easily tolerate low air humidity levels, as well as partial shading. However, for full growth and development, the plant needs bright rooms and the absence of direct sunlight. Ornamental crops do not respond well to excessive soil moisture and stagnant moisture. Therefore, irrigation activities must be strictly regulated. If a houseplant is heavily flooded, it means that it will not be possible to easily save the ornamental plant, and a whole range of restoration measures will be necessary.

Zamioculcas does not have any special requirements for the soil composition, so the indoor plant grows well in self-made soil based on turf, leaf soil and medium-grained sand, which are mixed in a 1:1:1 ratio. The crop can be propagated by dividing the tuber, as well as by rooting a leaf or a separate leaf blade.

Zamioculcas inflorescences are inconspicuous and not very decorative; they are light cream spadixes formed on short and thick peduncles. The inflorescence is surrounded by a light green blanket. It is extremely rare in home floriculture. It should be noted that the plant is poisonous, therefore, when replanting and pruning or forming branches, as well as dividing tubers, increased precautions must be taken using rubber gloves.

How to save Zamioculcas (video)

Doesn't give rise to new shoots

The main vital organ of any plant is the root system, which in Zamioculcas includes a large tuber and the roots themselves growing from its apical part. At the first stage, the plant masters the volume and fills the flower pot, after which the moisture-storing tuber grows. During this period, there is no development of the aboveground part of the plant.

Among other things, Zamioculcas is a southern plant, therefore the activation of growth processes, accompanied by the formation of new shoots or stems, begins quite late and continues until the last ten days of winter. The formation of shoots is observed in the so-called reserve buds, and the density of an adult ornamental bush is directly proportional not only to the size, but also to the number of tubers.

The plant dries up

When growing zamioculcas, it is very important to take into account the biological characteristics of this southern ornamental crop, since otherwise the plant gets sick, and the ill health of zamioculcas is manifested in the appearance of yellow spots, drying of the tips of the leaf blades, and loss of elasticity of the stem part. Failure to comply with agricultural practices causes yellowing, reduction of leaf lobes and blanching. Such problems threaten not only the complete loss of decorativeness, but also the death of the plant.

Why is an indoor flower crying?

All amateur flower growers involved in growing zamioculcas in indoor floriculture are very well aware of such an interesting phenomenon as the crying of a decorative flower, which is accompanied by the appearance of drops of moisture at the tips of the foliage, truly reminiscent of tears. The indoor ornamental plant cries when treated poorly, including damaged leaves, overfertilization, and excessive irrigation.

Other diseases

Many diseases of ornamental crops are the result of improper care. Excessive watering can reduce the supply of oxygen and reduce soil drainage, which makes adequate nutrition of the root system of an ornamental crop impossible. The roots begin to rot, and nutrients do not reach the plant, which causes weakening of the stems. Thin and exhausted stems quickly droop. Also, thin trunks of Zamioculcas grow in insufficient light. There are situations when the trunk disappears, but the plant can still be saved and, as a result of following agricultural practices, new shoots appear from the underground part.

If the stem of Zamioculcas has shriveled due to systematic waterlogging, then It is necessary to carry out the following activities as soon as possible:

carefully remove the indoor plant from the flower pot;
carefully but very thoroughly remove the soil mixture and rinse the root system;
remove all damaged areas of the root system with a clean and sharp garden tool;
All sections of the cuts must be sprinkled with crushed charcoal and dried.

If during the processing process signs of rotting or fungal infections are detected, then it is very important to use fungicides when treating the root system. Yellowing of foliage can occur as a result of the natural, age-related aging process in which only the lower foliage falls off. Almost complete loss of foliage is most often a consequence of improper care and mechanical damage.

Plant pests

Zamioculcas: methods of combating scale insects (video)

It is important to note that indoor zamioculcas needs fairly competent care, and only in this case can a tropical plant delight its surroundings with chic, very decorative dark green leaves all year round.

- Extraordinarily beautiful, hardy and unpretentious - Natalie’s story about how she saved her Zamioculcas

Extraordinarily beautiful, hardy and unpretentious - Natalie’s story about how she saved her Zamioculcas

My acquaintance with Zamioculcas began four years ago. It was then that the idea came to my mind to decorate the house with new indoor plants. I was pretty tired of violets and geraniums, I wanted to see them on the windowsills unusual and exotic flowers. A friend who works in a flower shop helped - the very next day she brought me 3 interesting plants. I became the owner of a small dracaena, zamioculcas and a blooming begonia with bright red large buds.

It was freezing outside and the radiators were heating up at full power. I didn’t even remember about any watering; I went to my sister’s for the weekend. When I returned, I was disappointed - all the leaves fell off the dracaena, leaving a thin bare stem, the buds and leaves of the begonia turned black, shrank and dried out from the heat. Only one survived a flower with bold bright green leaves, I threw the rest away without even thinking about reviving them. At that time, I was not even a beginner florist - not at all. Thus began our difficult getting used to each other with many mistakes and experiments.

The survival story of my Zamioculcas

I want to immediately warn all novice flower growers - never make my mistakes. First, study the characteristics of the flower and care for them, only then purchase the plant, and not vice versa. I just put the zamioculcas on the windowsill, without even thinking about replanting from a small plastic pot. I watered it as usual: once or twice a week. This continued until its leaves began to fall off.

What I ended up doing out of ignorance:

the long branches turned yellow, the leaves began to turn black;
the earth swollen, turned into a kind of slurry;
The roots have almost rotted.

Having pulled the plant out of the pot and washed the roots, I was able to save only its middle with three dead branches. Only after that I went online to look for how to care for Zamioculcas. It turned out he cannot tolerate overflow, water in a pot, loves shaded places. It should have been replanted immediately and watered less. A beautiful flower almost died due to my carelessness.

Measures to save a rotten flower

After studying the care and watering requirements, I began to save my sickly Zamioculcas:

First, I threw away the rotted leaf blades that were easily pulled out of the ground, then I took the plant out of the pot. This should have been done immediately after purchase; the plastic pot was deformed by large roots and had to be cut.
The roots turned out to be thin, with many brown tubers that looked like balls. Some rotted, I cut them off.
The remaining roots had to be washed, in the end I ended up with 3 living short stems.
I took a larger new pot, poured expanded clay into the bottom, and filled it with purchased soil for succulents. She buried the roots carefully, trying not to break them. I placed it in the shade on a shelf next to the computer.

The plant did not look too beautiful, but there was no choice. Fortunately, my actions helped Zamioculcas survive. After 2 months a new leaf appeared, and after another three months a second one grew. The root system was restored, the leaves became shiny.

Zamioculcas care, watering, lighting requirements

Having analyzed my mistakes and information from floriculture sites, I can give the following care tips to beginners: Zamioculcas should be watered very rarely. It is better to test the soil with your finger so as not to make a mistake. I sprinkled expanded clay on top; if it is wet, I don’t water the plant.

It should not be placed on a bright window sill; it is better to choose a shaded place, for example, a shelf above a TV or computer.
If the roots begin to crawl out of the pot or deform it, you should definitely transplant the plant into a larger container.
Long leaves may fall apart on the sides; it is better to tie them up or buy a special stand.
Sometimes you need to wash off the dust under the shower, trying not to pour water on the ground.

Thanks to these rules, my flower feels good and has grown a lot over the years. I have already replanted it three times, buying plastic pots. It is better to do this in early spring; you need to buy the same soil as for cacti.

This unusual, exotic and very beautiful plant has a number of features:

It does not have a trunk; long leaves grow directly from the roots.
The roots look like small tubers and resemble dark pebbles.
If a flower is overwatered, moisture is released through the tips of the leaves.
It grows very slowly Only very old and large plants can bloom.

Zamioculcas is sometimes called the dollar tree. In appearance, it looks a little like a crassula, or a money tree, apparently because of this. I don’t know about others, but over the past six months our flower has grown very tall. Husband constantly looks at it, checking the growth rates of the dollar, grins and shakes his head. By the way, my fat woman died last November, which is somehow very symbolic. Let's see what happens next with our plant, so far it feels great.

I hope this instructive information will be a little useful for someone, preventing them from making the same mistakes as I did at the beginning.

Natalie Feofanova,
manager, Vologda

The houseplant Zamioculcas (dollar tree) became widespread only at the end of the 20th century, which was the reason for the lack of information on the cultivation of this “guest from Africa”. This article is a “course for a young fighter”, it is designed to protect novice zamioculcas breeders (try to pronounce them!) from common mistakes. So, why doesn’t Zamioculcas grow and increase the financial well-being of its owners? The first is not as dangerous as the second. Who is to blame, what to do?

Why Zamioculcas does not grow at home

There are many reasons why a dollar tree does not grow. If Zamioculcas does not produce new shoots from the moment of planting or transplantation, this is one case. The plant grew, increased in size, but suddenly stopped, the leaves began to change color - another case. And their reasons are different. Most often there is only one culprit - the owner who made mistakes in growing.

The plant has a dormant period

Perhaps the reason that the dollar tree does not grow is that Zamioculcas is simply resting in a dormant period - “sleeping.” This period lasts from November to February. At such a time, you need to reduce watering, stop feeding and move to a slightly cooler place, but with a temperature of at least 15 degrees.

During the dormant period, the dollar flower does not produce new shoots. There is no need to do anything, let him rest. Slow development is a feature of this plant. One or two escapes per year (and not in winter) is the norm. Zamioculcas grows from spring to autumn.

Adaptation after transplant

Zamioculcas was recently transplanted and does not seem to be growing. Causes:

The container is too big for it. The pot should exceed the diameter of the root ball by about 3 cm. The planting depth is such that the roots and tubers are lightly sprinkled with soil. The flower first grows its root mass; at this time, the above-ground part does not grow. Corn behaves the same way – it grows very slowly. A blade of grass stands above the ground for a month (and the roots grow actively, but invisibly for us, at this time), and suddenly it literally “shoots out” - in one or two months it reaches two meters. If there is a lot of earth above the roots, you need to carefully collect the top layer of earth until the root system appears, or carefully, with a lump of earth, transplant the zamioculcas into a smaller pot.
The flower simply gets used, like an animal, to new conditions of detention - soil, air humidity, lighting level. Science has proven that plants even perceive sounds. It's worth waiting because the dollar tree develops very slowly.

Growing errors

If the first two reasons disappear - the flower was transplanted a long time ago, it is not January - it is worth examining it carefully.

If you notice that the stems of Zamioculcas have wrinkled or rotted in places, lie horizontally, the leaves have begun to turn yellow and dry out, then most likely the roots and tubers are rotting. The reason is errors with watering; this usually happens to caring housewives who will not leave either their husband hungry or the plant unwatered. Unlike feeding your husband, the principle of watering zamioculcas is completely different; here it is better to underfill than overfill. Depending on the soil, it is worth watering once or twice a month, making sure that the soil is dry. The dollar tree is a succulent (plants that store water). If there is a lack of water, it, like a camel, takes it from its reserves - no problem. But if there is an excess of moisture, the roots rot, this is much worse. The first sign is that the stems droop. By the way, the principle “you can’t overdo it” is also used when feeding this unpretentious plant.
Zamioculcas has thin stems, it stretches and loses its rich green color. Perhaps there is not enough sunlight - the flower comes from Africa. Move it to where the sun is more often, but do not leave it open to direct rays, cover it with something translucent.
The tips of the leaves dry out. Probably insufficient air humidity (but not the ground!). It happens in winter, when the radiators are hot. Wipe your pet with a damp, warm cloth or spray with warm water - but don’t get carried away.
If it’s winter outside and the plant is on the windowsill, check the temperature; it can’t go below plus 15.
Another mistake - the roots and tubers of the zamioculcas have grown and put pressure (not just grown and rested) on the walls of the pot, they have nowhere to grow, there is not enough land. It needs to be replanted into a slightly larger pot, see rules above. It is better to replant in the spring, once a year (or once every two years).

Disease development or pest attack

A possible reason for the cessation of growth of a dollar tree is damage by diseases or pests. Inspect the plant carefully, and the leaves should also be checked from the inside.

We found a whitish coating on the inside of the Zamioculcas leaf - this is a spider mite. The coating is his cobwebs. In case of minor damage, wipe all leaves with a cotton swab dipped in soapy water. Then spray the entire pet with the same solution. Soap - laundry soap. If there are a lot of ticks, buy one of the acaricides and apply according to the instructions. Actellik kills ticks and many other above-ground pests. Handle this drug with care - it is harmful to your health. Less dangerous are Demitan and Neoron. The drugs Fufanon and Fitoverm are also used against aphids. Talstar, in addition to ticks, kills scale insects and mealybugs.
On the leaves and stems, small raised sticky spots are scale insects. Insecticides used are Bankol, Inta-Vir, Aktellik, Aktara. Before use, remove all pests manually - wipe the affected areas with a cloth or cotton wool soaked in alcohol.
Aphid. The leaves curl up and you see small green or dark gray insects - these are aphids. Insecticides Inta-Vir, Fitoverm, Decis will help cope with them.
Thrips. There is a silvery coating on the leaves of Zamioculcas - thrips. Aktara, Inta-Vir, Fitoverm are used.
Mealybug. In the axils of the leaves, on the stems, formations similar to cotton wool are mealybugs. Remove the flower from the ground and inspect the roots, perhaps they have made a nest there. Some gardeners call these pests nematodes, but this is incorrect. Spray with insecticides Actellik, Inta-Vir, Fitoverm.

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Mealybug

Aphid

Use all pest control medications very carefully after reading the instructions. Don’t forget that these are poisons, and your health is more valuable than the health of Zamioculcas, no matter how much you love him.

The diseases that most often affect the dollar tree are root and stem rot. Dark and wet spots (spots) on the stem near the root collar are stem rot. Appears when overflowing. If the dark spots on the Zamioculcas are not wet and slightly purple in color, this is normal, it can be slightly spotted.
The dollar tree withers, the stems stagger, lie down, wrinkle, and the leaves turn yellow. Possibly root rot. The reason is excessive watering. In order to confirm the disease, you will have to carefully remove the flower from the pot and examine the roots. If the old roots are black, but not rotten, it’s okay, it’s due to age. They rot - root rot.
Have you taken your zamioculcas out of the pot and found that the roots have dried out or are drying out? There are two reasons - it hasn’t been watered for several months or the roots have taken up the entire volume of the pot and have nowhere else to grow. In the first case, water, but don’t get carried away, the dollar tree should move away. In the second - transplant.
Dark spots on stems and leaves are anthracnose (fungal disease). It should be treated, more than once, with fungicides - HOM and others, do not forget to read the instructions.

Resuscitation methods

How to save zamioculcas with rotten roots, is it possible to save a rotten tuber? Is it possible to revive the dollar tree? Yes, but it will take time.

If rot is detected on the roots or stems of Zamioculcas, it must be removed immediately - cut off the damaged roots, cut off the affected part of the stem and tuber with a sharp knife. After this, immerse the root part of the flower in a solution of some fungicide (HOMA, Fundazol) or rinse in a solution of potassium permanganate, then let it dry, sprinkle the cut areas with ash. If there was rot on the stems, immerse the entire plant in the fungicide solution for 15-20 minutes. Replant only in a new pot and soil, do not water for the first two weeks. When watering, you can use preparations for better survival, for example Kornevin.

When pruning and replanting, keep in mind that the sap of the dollar tree is poisonous. Wear gloves and do not allow juice to come into contact with your body.

How to create the right conditions

When growing zamioculcas, a number of rules must be followed.

Special soil. The plant comes from rocky places in Africa; oily, fertile soil that retains a lot of moisture is not suitable for it. Buy a mixture for cacti or prepare the mixture yourself - 50% fertile soil (you can buy), 50% sand.
Container for zamioculcas. The pot must have a drainage hole, and at the bottom there is a layer of expanded clay 2-3 cm thick. The most important thing is the size of the flowerpot. It should be moderately tight, approximately 3 cm greater than the diameter of the clod of earth with roots. It is worth filling the planted flower only to the top of the root system, not higher!
Proper watering. Remember the rule about “under” and “over”? The principle of watering a dollar tree is better “under” than “over”. Optimally – 1 or 2 times a month. In winter, when the flower is in a dormant period, watering can be slightly reduced. Don’t forget - overwatering causes rot to develop on the roots.
Feeding. It is better to feed with watering, diluting the fertilizer in water. Complex mineral fertilizers containing nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium in a ratio of 1:1:1. There are many different ones sold in stores, with various beautiful names, but look at the composition - they are approximately the same, only the percentage of these three elements differs. It is better to use liquid fertilizer - it is a little more expensive, but it is easier to dilute in water, and it comes with added microelements. You can find a special one for cacti. In winter, Zamioculcas is not fed. The rule applies to fertilizing, as well as to watering: “under” is better than “over”.
Choosing a location. You need to immediately choose two location options. For spring, summer and autumn - in the light, but not in direct sunlight. The plant tolerates high temperatures, but not humidity, well. In winter, go on vacation to a cooler place, away from radiators, but not into a draft. The lower limit of permissible temperature is + 15 degrees. The dollar tree does not grow in one place, especially in different seasons: this affects its health.
Regular transplantation. A young plant is replanted once a year, in the spring, and older than 5 years - once every two years. Transfer to a pot 3 cm larger in diameter than the previous one.

As you can see, caring for a dollar tree is done without any difficulties or problems. If you decide to look for articles about the plant on the Internet yourself, keep in mind that many authors get confused and call Zamioculcas not a dollar tree, but a money tree. They are similar, both are succulents (accumulate water), but still they are different species, even in appearance. The money tree or crassula has round leaves that look like coins, while the dollar tree has elongated leaves that look like feathers. Of course, their care is different. Be careful.

Family Araceae. Homeland o. Madagascar. Zamiakulkas is an evergreen tuberous plant with dark green, fleshy leaves that are pointed at the end. The surface of the sheet is glossy. The stems are thick, the leaves sit on them symmetrically, alternately. The plant is large, grows in an apartment to a height of about 1-1.5 meters. It blooms in indoor conditions, if it is provided with appropriate conditions for keeping white flowers, but at a fairly old age. Undemanding in culture.

Care secrets:

Temperature: Moderate, preferably 16-18 °C in winter, but not lower than 12 °C.

Lighting: A bright place with diffused light. In summer, he prefers to sit outdoors - on the balcony, in the garden, etc. In winter, you will have to move the zamioculcas closer to the window.

Watering: Moderate from spring to autumn, but no water should remain on the tray, watering is rare in winter, the soil should dry well before the next watering. Zamioculcas tolerates some dryness more easily than stagnant water in the soil - this can lead to rotting of the roots and the formation of stem rot.

Fertilizer: From April to August, fertilizing is carried out every two weeks, since Zamioculcas quickly consumes nutrients. You can use fertilizers for succulents.

Air humidity: Zamioculcas does not require spraying the leaves, but sometimes it is necessary to wash it so that the plant does not become dusty and does not lose its attractiveness. In summer, outdoor rainfall is sufficient.

Transfer: Every year in the spring. The soil should be quite nutritious. For young plants - 1 part turf soil, 1 part leaf soil, 1 part peat soil and 1 part sand. You can add a little well-rotted humus soil. Old Zamioculcas specimens are replanted every two years in the spring. The pot for zamioculcas should be commensurate with the root system. Good drainage is a must.

Reproduction: By dividing the bush, leaves, cuttings. It is better to dry the leaf a little before planting. It is advisable to root cuttings or leaves with soil heating and the use of phytohormones for better root formation. Rooting can take up to 2 months.

Kinds:

The only kind is Zamioculcas zamifolia(Zamioculcas zamifolia). Powerful leaves grow to approximately 60 cm in height. Afraid of waterlogging.

Most often, zamioculcas suffers from excess moisture; if watering is too frequent, the roots rot and the plant dies. They also often suffer from a lack of sunlight, especially in winter. At the same time, their stems are elongated, the leaves are smaller and sit less frequently on the trunk. Excessive direct sunlight can cause burns on the leaves. Planting in heavy clay soil does not benefit these plants either. It does not evaporate moisture well and there is no aeration.

Hello, dear readers of my blog! This guest from Tropical Africa flaunts on the windowsills of many residents of the middle zone, delighting with its lush greenery. However, despite its unpretentiousness, failure to comply with certain conditions of detention is fraught with the appearance of various problems. Today I want to figure out with you why the stems of Zamioculcas droop?

What is this connected with?

The plant's homeland is hot Africa, so everything must be done to make the flower feel at home. How's it going at home? The sun burns mercilessly, and beneficial rains irrigate the land only from time to time. Therefore, you need to water it abundantly, but rarely, waiting until the earthen clod is completely dry and providing access to light. Although I know owners whose zamioculcas feels great on the shady side, it’s still better not to tempt fate and place the pot with the plant where there is enough light.

If you notice that the stems of your dollar tree have begun to droop, the main reasons may be:

Insufficient lighting. Often our compatriots buy indoor flowers to decorate the interior, placing pots on the floor near sofas and other pieces of furniture. If the wall opposite is not made of glass, then the flower will be dark and it will begin to wither.
Failure to comply with temperature and humidity conditions. The flower tolerates air temperatures up to +30 ᵒС and above perfectly, but its decrease is undesirable. And if you consider that in the summer we escape the heat with the help of air conditioners, then it is quite natural that the plant does not like it. Make sure that the air in the room does not cool below +18 ᵒC and do not try to moisten it too much by spraying around the flower.
Overwatering. Are the stems turning black and shriveling? Most likely you flooded Zamioculcas. This is very dangerous, as the roots may rot and it will be more difficult to save the plant. Remove it from the pot and inspect it for rotten roots. If there are any, remove them, treat the cut areas with charcoal, and in more severe cases, you can use “foundazol” or “epin”. Dry the tuber for 2 hours, and then transplant it into a new substrate and do not touch it for a day or two. Then start watering little by little.

What to do if you don’t water the plant often, but the soil doesn’t have time to dry out and even becomes covered with mold on the surface? Firstly, the soil must be suitable for such a lover of arid climates. Add more sand to it, or even better, buy a special one for succulents. Secondly, the pot itself must be breathable, so plastic containers are not suitable for this. There is nothing better than clay ones yet. In such a pot you won’t even notice how quickly the soil dries out - I checked it for myself. And mold will never appear. Don't forget about the thick layer of drainage at the bottom of the pot.

By the way, the plant may react differently to heavy watering. If you notice that the leaves are withering and drying out, then the reason may be due to excess moisture, but until you examine the root system, you will not understand this. But if the stems fall, falling apart, then the plant is simply cramped in a small pot and needs to be replanted.

Pest infestation

You should not ignore the risk of infection by various pests - aphids, scale insects, mites, etc. Here are the signs by which this can be determined:

aphids cause leaf blades to wilt and curl. If you see droplets of sticky discharge, then it's definitely her. First of all, wash the plant with soapy water, and then use any fungicide - Akarin, Aktaru or Karbofos. Some people fight the problem using folk remedies. Aphids are afraid of strong odors and tobacco, garlic, onions, etc. can help you get rid of them.
dark brown spots on the leaves in the form of growths may be nothing more than scale insects. Use any insecticide after treating with soapy water;
thin spider threads indicate spider mite activity. What to do in this case? Periodically give him a soap bath, apply insecticides and place him under an ultraviolet lamp.

He who is forewarned is forearmed, and now you are armed with knowledge and will not let your pet go to waste. See you soon!

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Why did Zamioculcas get sick, and how to help your favorite plant

Zamioculcas needs quite competent care Zamiocúlcas, the celibate flower or dollar tree, belongs to a monotypic genus of plants from the Araceae family. The plant’s homeland is tropical Africa, and when cultivated in our country, flower growers may encounter problems such as zamioculcas drying out and not producing new shoots or not growing and slowly dying. That is why, when growing ornamental crops, it is very important to do timely disease prevention, as well as to follow agricultural practices.

Botanical characteristics

The herbaceous plant has a thick, tuberous rhizome and glossy, dark green, pinnate foliage. The average leaf length reaches a meter. The leaves have swelling at the base. Less than ten years ago, breeders obtained a miniature cultivar of the plant, represented by a compact bush no more than 0.6 m high, with small foliage.

Zamioculcas are unpretentious plants and can easily tolerate low air humidity levels, as well as partial shading. However, for full growth and development, the plant needs bright rooms and the absence of direct sunlight. Decorative crops do not respond well to excessive soil moisture and stagnant moisture, so irrigation measures must be strictly regulated. If a houseplant is heavily flooded, it means that it will not be possible to easily save the ornamental plant, and a whole range of restoration measures will be necessary.

Zamioculcas are unpretentious plants and can easily tolerate low air humidity levels.

Zamioculcas does not have any special requirements for the soil composition, so the indoor plant grows well in self-made soil based on turf, leaf soil and medium-grained sand, which are mixed in a 1:1:1 ratio. The crop can be propagated by dividing the tuber, as well as by rooting a leaf or a separate leaf blade.

Zamioculcas inflorescences are inconspicuous and not very decorative; they are light cream spadixes formed on short and thick peduncles. The inflorescence is surrounded by a light green blanket. In home floriculture, zamioculcas bloom extremely rarely. It should be noted that the plant is poisonous, therefore, when replanting and pruning or forming branches, as well as dividing tubers, increased precautions must be taken using rubber gloves.

How to save Zamioculcas (video)

Doesn't give rise to new shoots

Among other things, Zamioculcas is a southern plant, therefore the activation of growth processes, accompanied by the formation of new shoots or stems, begins quite late and continues until the last ten days of winter. The formation of shoots is observed in the so-called reserve buds, and the density of an adult ornamental bush is directly proportional not only to the size, but also to the number of tubers.

Zamioculcas ill health manifests itself in the appearance of yellow spots

The plant dries up

Why is an indoor flower crying?

Other diseases

Many diseases of ornamental crops are the result of improper care. Excessive watering can reduce the supply of oxygen and reduce soil drainage, which makes adequate nutrition of the root system of an ornamental crop impossible. The roots begin to rot, and nutrients do not reach the plant, which causes weakening of the stems. Thin and exhausted stems quickly droop. Also, thin trunks of Zamioculcas grow in insufficient light. There are situations when the trunk disappears, but the plant can still be saved and, as a result of following agricultural practices, new shoots appear from the underground part.

Zamioculcas cries when treated poorly, including injured leaves, overfertilization, and excessive irrigation.

If the stem of Zamioculcas has shriveled due to systematic waterlogging, then the following measures must be taken as soon as possible:

carefully remove the indoor plant from the flower pot;
carefully but very thoroughly remove the soil mixture and rinse the root system;
remove all damaged areas of the root system with a clean and sharp garden tool;
All sections of the cuts must be sprinkled with crushed charcoal and dried.

If during the processing process signs of rotting or fungal infections are detected, then it is very important to use fungicides when treating the root system. Yellowing of foliage can occur as a result of the natural, age-related aging process in which only the lower foliage falls off. Almost complete loss of foliage is most often a consequence of improper care and mechanical damage.

When attacked by spider mites, a thin cobweb forms on the foliage and stems

Plant pests

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Zamioculcas - dollar tree

The popular name for Zamioculcas is dollar tree, I learned about this quite recently. Last year I chose a flower for a friend’s birthday. I tried to take into account the features of her apartment.

The seller advised me to take a dollar tree. I was confused and asked to clarify what it was, they showed me Zamioculcas. This plant had been in the store for several months, and since it was January, this fact played a decisive role (it was a cold winter and the flowers could have been damaged during transportation).

At home I noticed that the Zamioculcas seemed to be “jumping” out of the pot. The seller advised to replant it. I chose a slightly larger pot. When transplanted, the plant split into several pieces. As a result, one part remained with me. Later I regretted that I started the transplant during the cold period.

The plant that I gave to a friend was partially lost - some sections rotted. After some time, the remaining part of mine also rotted. So much for dubious guarantees - staying in the store for several months. Everything was decided by an untimely transplant.

Almost a year has passed. I recently noticed that my friend now has two dollar trees. The second one was given to her as a shoot. It was summer, and it took root well.

Zamioculcas belongs to the aroid family - these are the well-known Dieffenbachia, Philodendron, Monstera, etc. Over the past ten years, Zamioculcas has become widespread among gardeners.

It ceased to be exotic and, accordingly, began to be in less demand. There is no chic or beauty in his appearance, so I always put off the purchase until later. And after I bought it as a gift, I completely lost interest.

But a friend gave me a leaf from Zamioculcas (she accidentally broke it). The leaf was at least 30 cm, with a thick petiole and succulent leaves. I cut off the top, separated several lower leaves, and began to root. I placed a large leaf in a vase with slightly damp vermiculite.

The remaining parts were also rooted in vermiculite, but in a closed container. All parts took root in about a month and a half. But the smaller ones - the top of the leaf and leaves quickly fell into a period of dormancy, i.e. their leaves have turned yellow. I found several nodules 1 cm in diameter in vermiculite. The larger leaf took longer to take root.

I planted it in a tall, narrow pot with good drainage. It was a warm period. Rarely watered. I also planted the nodules, but in a small pot. They never sprouted.

The large leaf did not grow at all in the first year. He stood and stood. Then something strange appeared at the base. It even seemed to me that it was a bud, but a leaf appeared, only small in size. Its leaves were also small. During the spring-summer period, Zamioculcas produced three more large leaves, but the first one remained juvenile.

Zamioculcas stood on the kitchen window. I did not suffer from the heat. Closer to winter, I had to move it to the other, darker side of the window sill. This immediately affected the color of the new leaf - it grew light green.

I don't know if the color will change in the summer. I noticed that in many institutions zamioculcas are placed quite far from the windows, this causes them to stretch out and the “bush” falls apart.

The summer was hot, so I did not fertilize. Only occasionally did I add Baikal-EM1 to the irrigation water. Watered only when the top layer of soil was completely dry. In winter I adhere to the same theory.

On a note:

Streptocarpus. Care, propagation Compared to Saintpaulias and Gloxinias, other representatives of the Gesneriaceae family are not so universally known, although among them there are no less charming plants, for example, Streptocarpus and Achimenes.

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Zamioculcas | Zamioculcas (Dollar Tree) - Planter Zone

Family Araceae. Homeland o. Madagascar. Zamiakulkas is an evergreen tuberous plant with dark green fleshy leaves, pointed at the end. The surface of the sheet is glossy. The stems are thick, the leaves sit on them symmetrically, alternately. The plant is large, grows in an apartment to a height of about 1-1.5 meters. It blooms in indoor conditions, if it is provided with appropriate conditions for keeping white flowers, but at a fairly old age. Undemanding in culture.

Temperature: Moderate, preferably 16-18 °C in winter, but not lower than 12 °C.

Lighting: A bright place with diffused light. In summer, he prefers to sit outdoors - on the balcony, in the garden, etc. In winter, you will have to move the zamioculcas closer to the window.

Watering: Moderate from spring to autumn, but no water should remain on the tray; watering is rare in winter; the soil should dry well before the next watering. Zamioculcas tolerates some dryness more easily than stagnant water in the soil - this can lead to rotting of the roots and the formation of stem rot.

Fertilizer: From April to August, fertilize with fertilizers every two weeks, since Zamioculcas quickly consumes nutrients. You can use fertilizers for cacti and succulents.

Air humidity: Zamioculcas does not require spraying the leaves, but sometimes it is necessary to wash them so that the plant does not become dusty and does not lose its attractiveness. In summer, outdoor rainfall is sufficient.

Replanting: Every year in spring. The soil should be quite nutritious. For young plants - 1 part turf soil, 1 part leaf soil, 1 part peat soil and 1 part sand. You can add a little well-rotted humus soil. Old Zamioculcas specimens are replanted every two years in the spring. The pot for zamioculcas should be commensurate with the root system. Good drainage is a must.

Reproduction: By dividing the bush, leaves, cuttings. It is better to dry the leaf a little before planting. It is advisable to root cuttings or leaves with soil heating and the use of phytohormones for better root formation. Rooting can take up to 2 months.

Pests: Spider mites, aphids.

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The only species is Zamioculcas zamifolia. Powerful leaves grow to approximately 60 cm in height. Afraid of waterlogging.

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