SPECIMEN NO. #6
⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS
Family: Araceae
Zamioculcas zamiifolia
Common Name: ZZ Plant
ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) is a houseplant in the Araceae family, native to Kenya. It is a low-light species that thrives between 250 and 2000 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 14 days, temperatures of 15–30°C, and about 40% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is toxic to dogs and cats; reported symptoms include mild to moderate oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting. It is also known as ZZ Plant.
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats?
YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:
Mild to moderate oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Low
Minimum Light Requirement
250 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
2000 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 14 Days
Temperature Envelope
15°C – 30°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
40% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
2869014
Native Biogeographical Range
Kenya; KwaZulu-Natal; Malawi; Mozambique