It can survive in a range of lighting conditions and thanks to its thick rhizomes it is also drought-tolerant.
Heres what you gotta know about growing these tropical plants indoors.
That being said, its ideal growing conditions include plenty of bright, indirect light.
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Soil
A soil mix that is airy and well-draining is ideal.
In fact, overwatering this plant can lead to root rot which will quickly kill a ZZ plant.
The best way to prevent overwatering is to allow the soil to dry out thoroughly between waterings.
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It is better to underwater these succulents than to overwater them.
It also does well in humid conditions, although it doesnt require them.
Applying abalanced fertilizer designed for houseplantsonce every three to four weeks will encourage strong, healthy growth.
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Ensure that you check your plant regularly for pests to catch any potential infestations early.
In terms of diseases, root rot is the main one to watch out for with raven ZZ plants.
Either way, if you notice signs of root rot on your plant (i.e.
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However, its not unusual to run into a few common problems while learning to grow these plants indoors.
Usually, yellow leaves are the result of a lack of light, pest problems, or underwatering.
Mushy Stems
Mushy stems are almost always a result ofroot rot.
Avoid watering your plant for a few weeks to really let it dry out.
Ensuring your raven ZZ plant gets adequate light is the best way to keep its color looking vibrant.
While these tropical plants do well in humid conditions, avoid misting to increase humidity.
Misting only increases humidity temporarily and leaving water on the leaves can lead to fungal infections.
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