Zamioculcas zamiifolia 'Raven ZZ' ('Dowon') D17 - black foliage, indestructible elegance

Zamioculcas zamiifolia ‘Raven’, also known as Black ZZ Plant or Zamioculcas Raven, is an impressive variety of the popular ZZ Plant, remarkable for its almost black leaves with a sophisticated metallic shine. Initially, new leaves appear light green, then gradually darken to a dark purplish-black, offering a special and dynamic visual effect.

It is a very resilient plant, with slow growth, requiring minimal attention, making it ideal for beginners or office spaces, modern living rooms, and shady corners.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Zamioculcas zamiifolia ‘Raven’

• Common names: Black ZZ Plant, Zamio Raven

• Family: Araceae

• Plant type: decorative foliage, indoor

• Leaves: glossy, very dark colored, almost black, oval and fleshy

• Growth: slow, with underground rhizomes that store water

☀️ Growing conditions:

• Light: tolerates partial shade and low light, but prefers strong indirect light

• Temperature: optimal between 18–28°C; does not tolerate temperatures below 10°C

• Watering: reduced – water only when the substrate is completely dry

• Soil: well-drained, aerated – substrate for green plants or succulents

• Fertilization: monthly, during the growing season, with weakly diluted fertilizer

✔️ Why choose it:

• Unique foliage, with a graphic and elegant visual effect

• Extremely low maintenance – perfect for a busy lifestyle

• Air-purifying plant, according to NASA studies

• Does not require spraying or frequent trimming

• Excellent resistance to drought and neglect

Note: The plant height is measured including the pot.