ZZ Plant
Zamioculcas zamiifolia — The Bulletproof Office Plant
Light
Low to medium indirect. One of the most light-tolerant plants available. Avoid direct sun.
Water
Every 3–4 weeks. The rhizomes store water — drought is far safer than overwatering.
Humidity
Very tolerant of dry air. Average Canadian office humidity is perfectly acceptable.
Temperature
15–26°C (60–80°F). Tolerates temperature fluctuations well.
Difficulty
Easy
Sizes
Tabletop (20–40cm) · Floor (40–80cm) · Statement (80–100cm)
The ZZ plant is a remarkable succulent-like aroid native to eastern Africa, where it evolved to survive extended droughts by storing water in its thick rhizomes. Its glossy, waxy leaves reflect light beautifully, and newer varieties like Raven ZZ offer striking near-black foliage.
In the Office
If a snake plant is unkillable, the ZZ plant is almost indestructible. It thrives in the low-light, low-humidity, irregular-watering conditions that define most Canadian offices. The ZZ is the ideal choice for offices that want greenery without the overhead of a dedicated plant maintenance schedule.
Why Choose This Plant
Benefits for Your Office
- Survives neglect, low light, and irregular watering better than almost any other plant
- Glossy, deep green leaves are naturally shiny without any leaf-shine product
- Raven ZZ variety offers dramatic near-black foliage for dark, moody office aesthetics
- Genuinely thrives in windowless or near-windowless office environments
Where to Place It
Office Placement Ideas
- 1
Interior offices and meeting rooms with no natural light — the ZZ plant is one of very few that genuinely survives there
- 2
Building cores and corridors where other plants struggle — rotate it to a window occasionally for recovery
- 3
Washrooms and server rooms — any environment where temperature is stable and other plants fail
How to Care for It
Care Tips for Office Environments
- If in doubt, don't water — ZZ plants store water in their rhizomes and are far more likely to die from overwatering than drought
- All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested, and the sap can irritate skin — wash hands after handling
- New growth emerges as pale, lime-green shoots that deepen to glossy dark green as they mature — this is normal
Want ZZ Plant in your office?
Our team will recommend the right variety and size for your space, deliver and install it, and keep it thriving with ongoing care.