Zamioculcas can be found in many lovers of living plants. It is popular because it does not need special content. There is also a secondary name “money tree”; he received such a nickname thanks to the existing version that Zamiokulkas attracts additional cash. Zamioculkas will certainly create coziness in your home and complement the interior.
Description
Zamioculcas is an ornamental plant. It has erect and hard leaves, covered like a wax coating. They have a characteristic brilliance, are located on a thick stem. There are very small, completely inconspicuous flowers collected on the cob. Zamioculcas has a large underground tuber. If you provide him with the right conditions, zamiokulkas at home can grow up to one meter in length, with the exception of a short variety, it can reach a maximum of 45 - 55 centimeters. When breeding Zamioculcas, you need to know that it is poisonous, so when transplanting or propagating a crop, wear gloves for safety, and also warn children and animals.
How Zamioculcas blooms
At home, it is very difficult to achieve full flowering of Zamioculcas, in fact, as in the wild. However, this rarely happens. In fact, there is nothing beautiful in the flowering of zamiokulkas, all the beauty was taken over by the leaves of the flower. Blooming zamiokulkas looks like an ear wrapped in a dense blanket, flowering usually occurs in adulthood. Flowers on the cob are divided into female and male, and grow separately from each other. The inflorescences are light green in color, on which small red berries soon appear. Its flowering is not particularly impressive, so it is better to take care of the brightness and health of the leaves.
Zamioculcas flower is not the main decorationCare and cultivation
Home care for a flower is simple and understandable even to a novice florist. To grow a zamiokulkas with a healthy appearance and reach its maximum size, it is enough to provide it with proper maintenance.
Watering. Since indoor zamiokulkas belongs to the aroid family, water it regularly, but in moderation. Watering is done as soon as the earth ball begins to dry. In winter, watering is done much less frequently to prevent rotting of the root system.
Lighting. To make Zamioculcas feel good, it is recommended to place it in a brighter place with diffused lighting, and in the summer you can place a flower on the balcony. V winter time bring it into the house, placing it as close to the window as possible. For uniform growth, it is sometimes recommended to turn it over with the other side to the window.
Temperature and humidity. Zamioculcas loves heat, the optimum temperature of the content is 24 - 26 degrees. Temperatures below 16 degrees are considered critical for the plant. Humidity is not important, but regular spraying or wiping is necessary, carry out activities once a week, alternating procedures.
Zamiokulkas, frozen under an open window in winter, darkened and drooped the leaves in the photo. After being transferred to a warm place, the drooping leaves did not recover, but new shoots appeared (light green) The soil. Zamioculcas flower feels comfortable in loose soil. It can be purchased ready-made in flower shops, or you can make it yourself. For loosening the earth, river sand or fine expanded clay is usually used. The finished soil should be well wet when in contact with water.
fertilizers. It is recommended to feed Zamioculcas no more than once a month, from April to early autumn. Alternate organic and mineral top dressing, fertilizers intended for a cactus are also suitable for a flower. You can use foliar fertilizer, spraying only the stem and leaves.
Transfer. Basically, a young zamiokulkas is transplanted, the transplant is carried out during the growth of the tuber, when it begins to fill the pot. The pot must be large. Before transplanting, carry out a sufficient layer of drainage.
Reproduction of zamiokulkas at home
Many home crops can be propagated in several ways, Zamioculcas is no exception. Please note that with any breeding option, you need to be patient, as the rooting process takes a very long time. Zamioculcas can be propagated in three ways:
Reproduction by tubers. Remove the tuber from the pot and carefully divide it into several parts. Dry thoroughly before planting the tubers in the pot. You can sprinkle tubers charcoal.
Propagation by cuttings. To implement this method of breeding Zamioculcas, break off a small branch. Before planting the cuttings in the ground, dry them for a day, after which you can plant the cuttings in the prepared soil. It is advisable to root the branches using greenhouse conditions.
Reproduction of zamiokulkas leaves Reproduction by leaves. This option is the simplest, its implementation will not be difficult even for beginner breeders of ornamental crops. Only healthy leaves are suitable for such reproduction. Carefully break off the leaf without damaging the stem, then stick it into the seedling substrate and all that remains is to wait until it takes root.
Why do leaves turn yellow?
Unfortunately, any indoor plant is subject to various diseases and ailments, one of them is yellowed leaves. Yellow leaves in Zamioculcas are a fairly common phenomenon. If the leaves of the plant turn yellow, consider what to do below. Possible reasons onset of illness:
- Excess moisture. Do not water the ground until the earth ball is dry. In winter, you need to water the flower even less often than usual. Excess moisture in the soil causes yellowing of the leaves.
- Do not place Zamioculcas in a place where direct sunlight falls on it for more than five hours. neglect important rule, can cause a burn, as a result of which yellowing begins.
- Since zamiokulkas grows rather slowly, many try to speed up growth with the help of various fertilizers. This is not worth doing, because with excessive feeding, the roots begin to rot, then the leaves turn yellow, and soon the flower dies altogether.
- Disease of the root system of Zamioculcus.
When this disease appears, first of all, reduce watering, and if possible, transplant the flower into fresh soil.
Zamiokulkas pests
If the content of the decorative culture is not correct, the following unwanted guests may appear:
Spider mite. This pest causes too dry air. It manifests itself in the form of a small whitish cobweb that affects the interleaves of the plant. For treatment, a soap solution is used, it is necessary to spray and wipe the indoor flower with it daily.
Shchitovka Shchitovki. Zamioculcas is infected with scale insects from neighboring flowers, they are difficult to notice, but they multiply very quickly and affect the leaves in the form of dark spots. Typically, individuals large sizes inactive and can be easily cleaned with a damp cloth. To remove the larvae, it is necessary to spray the plant with insecticides or soapy water.
Aphid. The defeat of aphids is especially important if Zamiokulkas is on the balcony. The leaves first curl into a tube, dry and fall off. Ready-made insect sprays designed for indoor crops will help to destroy aphids. You can buy the product at any flower shop.
After any pest removal procedure, rinse the flower in the shower after a few days, while covering the soil with a plastic bag.
Zamioculcas is rich in great dignity, even those who suffer from allergies can turn it on. Follow a few tips for caring for zamiokulkas and the evergreen culture will delight you for a long time and serve as a decorative element.
This plant managed to fall in love for its unpretentiousness and unusual appearance. And they even came up with a popular name - "Dollar Tree". Indeed, it is very similar to the "Money Tree". Although, in all its characteristics, it is much larger and more massive. And since in our country the currency used to be valued more than rubles, it means that a plant larger than crassula should attract more valuable money. This is how the duties of these two plants were divided with the appearance of this unpretentious exotic in our homes: Crassula, that is, the "Money Tree" - increases family income, attracting rubles; and Zamioculkas, that is, the “Dollar Tree”, helps to earn and accumulate dollars.
Zamioculcas (Zamioculcas). © Alle Einträge Content:
Description of Zamioculcas
Zamioculcas (Zamioculcas) - a monotypic genus of plants of the Aroid family (subfamily Aroideae, tribe Zamioculcadeae), represented by a single species - Zamioculcas zamielifolia (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) is native to tropical Africa.
Homeland zamiokulkas - the desert expanses of Africa, where it grows along with other succulents - plants capable of storing moisture in fleshy stems, leaves and roots, which these plants use during the drought period.
Zamioculcas has a large underground tuber, rather large leathery leaves covered with a wax coating. The leaves of Zamioculcas are pinnate, erect, located on thick, fleshy petioles. All parts of this plant are adapted to create water reserves in case of a prolonged drought. In a dollar tree, flowering is a rather rare phenomenon, especially in room conditions.
The Zamioculcas flower resembles an ear, in which light, small, inconspicuous flowers are collected. The cob itself is formed in the lower part of the plant and is covered with a green veil, therefore it is hardly noticeable. Zamioculcas grows slowly, but an adult plant grows up to one meter in height, so it is more suitable for large rooms, although as a single plant it will decorate any interior.
Zamioculcas (Zamioculcas). © Elisabeth's Way Features of growing zamiokulkas
Temperature: Moderate, in winter preferably 16..18 °C, but not lower than 12 °C.
Lighting: Bright place with diffused light. In summer, he prefers outdoor accommodation - on the balcony, in the garden, etc. In winter, you will have to rearrange the zamiokulkas closer to the window.
Watering: Moderate from spring to autumn, but at the same time no water should remain on the pallet, watering is rare in winter, the soil should dry well before the next watering. Zamioculcas tolerates some dryness more easily than stagnation of water in the soil - this can lead to root rot and the formation of stem rot.
Fertilizer: Usually, does not need feeding.
Air humidity: Zamioculcas does not require spraying the leaves, but sometimes it is necessary to arrange washing so that the plant does not become dusty and does not lose its attractiveness. In the summer, outdoors, there is enough rain washing.
Transfer: Every year in the spring. The soil should be quite nutritious. For young plants - 1 part of sod land, 1 part of leafy land, 1 part of peat and 1 part of sand. You can add a little well-rotted humus soil. Transplantation of old specimens of Zamioculcas is carried out every two years in the spring. A pot for zamiokulkas should be commensurate with the root system. Good drainage is a must.
reproduction: By dividing the bush, leaf, cuttings. Let the leaf dry a bit before planting. It is desirable to root cuttings or a leaf with soil heating and with the use of phytohormones, for better root formation. Rooting can take up to 2 months.
Care for zamiokulkas at home
As a houseplant, Zamioculcas has been cultivated with us relatively recently. This plant is very suitable for our apartments, where central heating creates dry air in apartments close to deserts. In addition, the houseplant zamiokulkas is very unpretentious. You can forget to water it, it tolerates bright sun and slight shading, a fairly wide temperature range (from +12 ° C in winter to +30 ° C and above in summer). Zamiakulkas do not need to be sprayed, although spraying does not do any harm to Zamiokulkas.
The answer to the question: "How to care for zamiokulkas?" simple - zamiokulkas loves heat, bright light, very moderate watering. He does not like dampness, especially at low temperatures, therefore it is necessary to water Zamiokulkas in summer as the earthen coma dries out completely, and in winter no more than 1-2 times a month.
The best place in the apartment for Zamiokulkas is the windowsill of the south window, but it will not wither on the north side either. True, with this arrangement, the leaves of the plant will be somewhat smaller, and in this case it should be watered much less frequently. In summer, the Zamioculcas flower is good to take out to the balcony.
The dollar tree also has no special requirements for soil. The soil in the pot can be anything, but not clay (you can take a ready-made earthen mixture for cacti), but good drainage is required.
Zamioculcas grows slowly, so it is not often necessary to transplant it, but still, when the roots fill the entire space of the pot, transplanting into a larger volume is very desirable for zamiokulkas. When transplanting, pay attention - the tubers do not need to be deeply deepened into the ground. They should be slightly visible on the surface.
It is necessary to feed Zamiakulkas with fertilizers for cacti and succulents very carefully, only once a month during the growing season, and even then it is not necessary. It is better not to feed at all than to overfeed. During the dormant period in winter, it is not necessary to feed at all.
Reproduction of zamiokulkas
It is not possible to find Zamioculcas seeds in our latitudes, therefore, for Zamioculcas, reproduction in our area is possible only in a vegetative way. All parts of the plant can be used to produce a new plant.
The easiest way is to divide an adult plant. In this case, the plant is taken out of the pot, the rhizome is divided, dried, then each part is planted in a separate container.
The second method is the separation of a complex leaf - "branches" with a kidney. The separated part is first dried, and then planted in a permanent pot, while the bud-tuber must be deepened into the ground only to the base of the leaf. Then there is the usual maintenance.
Finally, the longest way is reproduction by a single leaf blade. The leaf separated from the plant is dried for a couple of days, then planted in a small pot, in light sandy soil, deepening by 1/3, watered and covered with a jar, aired regularly. The process of formation of roots-tubers is very long and new leaves must be expected for about six months.
Young seedlings of Zamioculcas. © potted nature Description of Zamioculcas zamielifolia
Zamioculcas zamiifolia (Zamioculcas zamiifolia), synonym - Zamioculcas Loddigesa (Zamioculcas loddigesii).
The homeland of the species is East Africa. From the tuberous rhizome, the plant develops leaves 40-60 cm long, which - which is very rare for members of the aroid family - are divided into 8-12 individual feathery leaves. The axis of the leaf (rachis) is thick, juicy and serves the plant to store moisture. Feathers are leathery, dense. The whole leaf resembles a leaf of plants from the genus Zamii living on the American continent, which is reflected in the name of the plant.
In dry times, Zamioculcas can shed the upper part of the leaf with feather lobes, which prevents excessive evaporation, while the lower part of the petiole serves as a reservoir for water and remains on the plant. Zamiokulkas also stores water in a powerful underground root. Over time, the plant can stretch and reach a height of 1 m.
Zamioculcas variegated. © Suz & Tell
Diseases and pests of Zamioculcas
Zamioculcas is sick and rarely affected by pests. This is a very hardy plant, but it can also be "driven" by inept care. The biggest mistake is over watering. In this case, the roots begin to rot. If such a misfortune has occurred, it is necessary to remove the plant from the pot, separate the rotten parts of the plant, and sprinkle the rest with crushed coal, dry it and transplant it into new soil, henceforth water the flower very moderately.
If the leaves of a dollar tree turn yellow, this does not mean that the flower is sick. Zamioculcas, although slowly, grows, new leaves appear, and the old ones turn yellow and die, while dark spots may appear on the stems.
If the leaves turn yellow, but new shoots grow and the dark spots are dry, everything is in order, the plant is healthy. It is necessary to remove yellowing leaves only after they have completely dried.
If the zamiokulkas turns yellow, and new shoots do not grow, then there is reason for concern. Yellowing of the leaves can cause a sharp change in temperature, drafts, insufficient watering and pest damage.
Zamioculcas (Zamioculcas). © titanium22 Zamioculcas can be affected by spider mites, scale insects, and aphids.
spider mite- a very small red "spider". Appears on the underside of the leaves and envelops them with thin white cobwebs. It is destroyed by spraying and washing the leaves, especially from the underside, with water, weak tobacco infusion, pollination (in the fresh air, outside the rooms) with ground sulfur, or the plant is treated with ready-made systemic insecticides.
Shchitovka, or shield aphid got its name from the waxy shield that covers the body of an adult pest. At first, at a young age, the scale insect is hardly noticeable, but it multiplies rapidly, covering the stems and leaves with dark spots. Adults are motionless and sit under shields, from under which larvae crawl out and spread throughout the plant. At this time, they are destroyed by spraying with a soap and tobacco solution, to which you can add a little kerosene or denatured alcohol. Adult pests, along with shields, are removed with a damp swab, but you still need to treat the entire plant with an insecticide or soapy solution to remove the larvae.
Aphid- a small insect can be green, gray or black in color. Settles on the underside of the leaf and feeds on plant sap, which leads to drying and folding of the leaves. Reproduces quickly. It is destroyed by ready-made preparations that are sold in stores or solutions of nicotine sulfate in water with soap in a ratio of 1 g. nicotine - sulfate per 1 liter of soapy water.
After processing dollar tree in a day it is necessary to wash well, covering the soil with polyethylene. If necessary, the processing is repeated.
Zamioculcas (Zamioculcas). © Alle Einträge In any case, if zamiokulkas turns yellow and flower diseases are obvious, even if the entire aerial part of the plant has disappeared, do not rush to throw it away. Remove the zamiokulkas from the pot, inspect the roots and tubers, if they have not lost their elasticity and look healthy, wash them with a weak solution of manganese, dry them and plant them in new soil, start watering.
It is quite possible that zamiokulkas, as in its homeland, when the entire aerial part of the plant disappears during a drought, will give new shoots from the remaining tubers when favorable conditions occur. Zamioculcas is hardy and resistant, like a real man.
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Flower " woman's happiness", or zamiokulkas, is an evergreen perennial from the Aroid family, whose homeland is East Africa. The flower has complex leaves, consisting of several pairs of shiny leaf blades. Leaf cuttings converge at the rhizome, which forms a tuber. At good care in room conditions, the flower can reach a height of up to 1 meter. But the undersized variety ‘Zamicro’ grows only up to 60 cm tall. Even with a reverent attitude, it is very difficult to achieve flowering from Zamiokulkas. The plant blooms very unusually, for which it received one of the popular names "women's happiness." The inflorescence is a large cob of light green color, surrounded by a light green coverlet. It forms at the base of the leaves. Very often, zamiokulkas is sold under a different name - "dollar tree". Popular rumor claims that Zamiokulkas is excellent at “conducting money affairs”, like his “employee” fat woman (“money tree”). And Feng Shui masters recommend growing it to anyone who wants to increase their savings, especially if they are stored in dollars. In order for the flower to help overcome financial difficulties, it is necessary to determine its place in the southeastern sector of the room or house. They say that the flower that was presented best "works" a good man for any holiday. Location choice. Zamioculcas likes bright diffused light. This means that direct sunlight is not needed for it. A place near the south window will be the best "registration". But in order to protect the plant from excessive sunlight, it is better to put the pot not on the windowsill, but next to the window, on the table, shelf or even on the floor. In summer, women's happiness prefers to be outdoors. If you give him such an opportunity, the flower will noticeably increase in growth and look better.The soil . For the plant, you can purchase a substrate designed for cacti and succulents, or pick up any light soil without clay impurities.
Watering. Excessive watering is detrimental to the flower, it can even die from it. To prevent this from happening, it is necessary to water women's happiness moderately, so that the soil in the pot has time to dry out. All the water that has entered the pan must be drained immediately, as the plant cannot tolerate stagnant water and can get sick. In winter, it needs to be watered much less often than at other times of the year.
Temperature regime. This unpretentious plant tolerates any temperature, but in winter it needs to be allowed to rest indoors with an air temperature of 16 to 18 ° C.
Humidity . Leaves of female happiness should be sprayed and dusted from time to time (at least 2 times a month). Especially strongly the flower needs to be sprayed in winter period when the air in the apartment is usually too dry. In addition, spraying has a good effect on the growth rate of the plant. Women's happiness looks very beautiful after applying a special leaf polish.
Top dressing. Frequent feeding of the flower is not required. Feeding should be done carefully, about once a month (during the period of active growth). For this purpose, fertilizers for succulents and cacti can be used. In winter, you do not need to feed the flower. If the goal is to grow a large specimen, then during the growing season, top dressing should be regular. This procedure should include the alternation of organic and mineral fertilizers.Reproduction. Women's happiness is easily propagated by leaf blades or by dividing the bush. The leaf blade must be carefully cut and slightly dry the place of the cut. After that, it must be deepened into the soil by a third. Noticeable changes with this leaf will not occur immediately. Most likely, it will not change in appearance in any way for about 6 months. Do not worry: a small zamiokulkas just builds up a tuber all this time. A flower generally grows very slowly, so such “freezing” is in the order of things for it. An alternative way to propagate Zamioculcas is to propagate with a leaf with a bud. The leaf stalk must be cut off at the base, leaving the kidney and dry the cut. After that, the cutting must be rooted in the substrate. The division of the bush can be done in the spring. An adult plant should be divided into two parts and seated in separate containers.
Pests and diseases. The flower can be attacked by pests such as spider mite, scale insects, worms and aphids. Due to improper care, it can be affected by diseases or lose its decorative effect. In case of excessive watering, it can get sick with stem rot. For the same reason, female happiness can dry out and fall off en masse all the leaves. If the flower does not have enough light, its leaves turn pale. The tips of the leaves dry when kept indoors with very dry air. In adult plants, the lower part of the leaves can sometimes be exposed, but this is not a sign of illness, but an absolutely normal phenomenon. Even a seriously “ill” plant can be saved. If its tubers have not rotted and are viable, then Zamioculcas has every chance of life. The tubers must be washed in a weak solution of potassium permanganate and planted again.
Zamioculcas - perennial, evergreen, easy care at home. In everyday life, it has received the name - "dollar tree", since, presumably, with its energy it is able to "attract" wealth and prosperity to its owner.
General information
According to rumors, as soon as a new leaflet appears, a certain amount of money appears quite unexpectedly (for example, you got your old debt back, you were given a bonus, you received a percentage of the deposit, and much more).
But if the leaf falls, then this is a warning about material problems (for example, you should not invest in some new business - it can burn out, or the car breaks down and you need to spend money on repairs, etc.). Maybe for this reason, many people like this plant, and it can be found both in apartments and in offices.
There is also an opinion that the money tree - fat woman, serves to increase wealth in the houses where it grows.
There is another sign associated with another name for this flower - “female happiness”. When zamiokulkas blooms, this indicates that the hostess has found her betrothed, but flowering occurs very rarely and only if the rules of care are followed.
Because of such a long period, many blame the plant and call it the "flower of celibacy." Everyone believes in different variants, but there is no doubt that this is a beautiful and unpretentious plant.
The flower is not very expressive. An arrow is released from the tuber, an inflorescence begins to ripen on it, which is a white or cream cob wrapped in a green “veil”.
Those who believe and follow the rules of Feng Shui should know that in order to increase savings, the flower should be placed in the southeastern part of the room or house. If a flower was given to you, then it should be kind person with good intentions.
Zamioculcas is a genus of plants of the aroid family, represented by a single species: Zamioculcas zamiifolia (Zamioculcas zamiifolia), originating from tropical Africa.
Zamioculcas home care
For healthy growth, zamiokulkas must be planted in a well-drained and "poor" substrate, consisting of turf and leafy soil, peat and sand (1: 1: 1: 1), you can still add small pebbles, because in natural conditions the plant is in stony soils .
If you buy a ready-made mixture, then soil for cacti is suitable. The main thing is that oxygen is freely supplied to the roots and the earth dries out in time, otherwise, for example, in soils with a high content of humus, water lingers at the roots for a long time, which leads to rapid decay and the plant gradually dies.
Zamiokulkas transplant at home
As for the transplant, this procedure is carried out as the rhizome grows, when the Zamioculcas plant becomes crowded - it is transplanted into a larger pot.
When choosing containers, give preference to clay ones, as the root system is very powerful and there have been cases when the pot cracked.
Zamioculcas watering
Zamioculcas is a heat-loving plant, therefore it easily tolerates heat, it is enough just to increase the humidity (frequent spraying). A comfortable temperature is 18-26°C, it is better not to fall below 15°C.
It is resistant to dry periods, but it is better not to force the plant to starve, otherwise it begins to absorb its own reserves, which is fraught with exhaustion, the leaves and trunk become thinner, turn pale.
Therefore, while regular watering is observed with interruptions to dry the soil, Zamioculcas will be able to stock up on enough water. In winter, watering should be reduced to a minimum, just slightly moisten the soil so that it does not dry out.
Lighting for Zamioculcas
The plant is adapted to exist even in a dimly lit room or in the back of a room. This does not mean at all that he does not like light, on the contrary, with good lighting and, accordingly, good watering, he will grow much faster.
It is not afraid even of direct sunlight, but in this case additional moisture is necessary, since moisture will evaporate faster.
Zamioculcas propagation by cuttings
To do this, any leaf or even part of it is selected and planted in wet sand, or a mixture of sand and peat. Treat the cut with a means to accelerate rooting (for example, Kornevin). The soil must be sterile.
Cover with a transparent trimmed top plastic bottle or a glass jar, to create greenhouse conditions, and put in a warm, well-lit place. Rooting occurs within one month to six months. The process is lengthy. You need to be patient and do not forget to ventilate the plant (remove the jar) and moisten the soil, if necessary.
Zamioculcas tuber propagation
Only an adult plant with large tubers can be propagated in this way.
The tuber is cut in such a way that each part has at least one growth point. It is planted in the prepared substrate, not digging the head of the tuber much. The new plant grows very slowly.
Diseases and pests
The most common problem when caring for zamiokulkas is leaf yellowing .
There are two reasons: if old leaves turn yellow , then this is a natural process of replacement with young leaves, and if new leaves begin to turn yellow , then the reason may be the constant waterlogging of the soil, which led to rotting of the roots.
In some cases, if the process is not too running, then the plant can still be saved, for this it is necessary to pull it out of the pot, gently shake off the ground, inspect root system and cut off the rotten parts. Treat the cut points with charcoal and spray the whole plant, for example, with Fundazol, let it dry a little and plant it in new soil and a pot.
| 1. Growing temperature: Zamioculcas is thermophilic and is grown at a temperature of 25 - 30 ° C throughout the year. |
| 2. Lighting: Well lit location with lots of reflected sunlight. It develops well with supplementary lighting by artificial means. |
| 3. Watering and humidity: The plant is more likely to endure a short drought than excessive watering. Humidity can not be increased. |
| 4. Peculiarities: Zamioculcas is unpretentious in content and patiently refers to the many mistakes of novice gardeners. The plant does not like the bay. |
| 5. Priming: You can use a nutrient-poor substrate with a lot of river sand or perlite and vermiculite in the composition. It will do best in neutral soil. |
| 6. top dressing: during the entire growing season - mineral fertilizers for succulent plants every month. In mid-autumn, top dressing is reduced to nothing and resumed only in spring. |
| 7. reproduction: division of large bushes during transplantation, leaf cuttings, separation of tubers, less often - seeds. |
Botanical name: Zamioculcas.
Family. Aroid.
Dollar tree - the birthplace of the plant. The plant originates from East Africa, grows in semi-shady foothills with poor soil, where the climate is arid.
Description.Zamioculcas or dollar tree is a slow growing herbaceous perennial evergreen plant. The full name of the plant - Zamioculcas zamielifolia - came from the resemblance to zamia.
stems tall, powerful, dark green with many glossy, fleshy, elliptical leaves arranged oppositely or alternately, in 2 rows. In fact, the division into leaves and stems is conditional - both stems and leaves are very large modified compound leaves. The stems of the plant are in the root system - these are Zamioculcas tubers.
leaflets up to 10 cm long and about 3 cm wide, arranged in opposite pairs. Often, young leaves with their powerful growth literally repel the old ones. 
Flowers small, inconspicuous, collected in an inflorescence - an ear surrounded by a veil, flowering often goes unnoticed. Only old plants bloom; after flowering, they can shed their leaves.
As a storage organ, the plant has small, light brown, tubers in the root system, resembling potatoes.
This plant develops interestingly - it does not release individual leaves, but immediately appear from the ground young twigs with leaves.
2.3.When it blooms
Summer, however, in home culture, flowering zamiokulkas can be found quite rarely.
From pests zamiokulkas can be attacked by mealybugs, thrips and scale insects. The appearance on the leaves blurry yellow spots can cause aphids. Sometimes you can see a thin, almost invisible cobweb on the bushes - this sign indicates that the plant has been chosen by a spider mite.
Insects - pests
| insect name | Signs of infection | Control measures |
| The surface of the leaves and shoots is covered with a fluffy cotton-like white coating. Plants lag behind in development | Folk remedies : spraying with soapy-alcohol solution. Infusion of tobacco, garlic, cyclamen tubers, alcohol treatments, and pharmacy tincture of calendula performed well. Chemicals: green soap solution, Aktellik, Fitoverm. | |
| Inconspicuous cobwebs on the leaves, yellowing and falling of foliage with extensive damage. The surface of the leaf plates becomes dead and covered with small cracks. Plant development slows down. | Folk ways . Plants can be washed in the shower and left in the bathroom in a humid atmosphere for half an hour. Irradiation ultraviolet lamp every week for 2 minutes. Chemicals based on pyrethrum, sulfur powders, Fitoverm, Aktellik. | |
| Sticky droplets appear on the leaf blades, leaf blades curl and deform, tender buds and young leaves wither. On the tops of the shoots, buds or the underside of the leaf plates, insect colonies can be seen. The flowers of an aphid-infested plant may become misshapen. | Folk ways: nettle infusion, decoction of rhubarb leaves, wormwood, soap solution, tobacco and dandelion infusion, onion, marigold, yarrow, tansy, dusting with virgin ash. Chemicals: Sulfur powders, treatment with green potassium soap of green mass without getting into the ground, Decis, Aktellik, Fitoverm. | |
| The appearance of yellow spots on the leaf plates, small brown dots can be observed on the underside of the leaves. When spreading, pests cause the leaves to turn yellow, dry and fall off. | Folk ways. Increase the humidity of the air, wipe the surface of the leaves with soapy water to reduce the number of pests. Preparations based on pyrethrum - 2-fold treatment with an interval of 7-10 days, spraying with tobacco infusion, infusion of yarrow or Persian chamomile, decoction of cyclamen tubers. Chemicals: dusting with sulfur powders, the use of anabasin - sulfate in a soapy solution. | |
| Sticky droplets on the leaves, yellow small spots on the surface of the leaf blades. With a large spread of scale insects, they contribute to the drying and falling of leaves. Flowers slow down | Folk methods fight. Spraying with soapy-alcohol solution. Scale insect larvae do not like garlic infusion, they also use pyrethrum-based products. Chemicals. Fitoverm, Aktellik, Fufanon. |
2.8. Care, how to cut zamiokulkas
The plant is extremely unpretentious and will endure neglect rather than careful care.
Place a bush in the warm season outdoors- in the garden or on the balcony, taking care of the shelter from strong winds, rain and direct sunlight.
old, yellowed leaves carefully cut at the very base with a sharp sterile instrument to maintain a neat appearance.
The appearance of buds can cause the plant to spend too much energy on flowering - experienced flower growers peduncles often delete.
Large adult leaves of the plant take on an impressive size and will need support.
Zamioculkas is unpretentious, however, it should be gradually accustomed to any changes in the content. For example, if you take a bush outdoors in the warm season, then first put it there for several hours and gradually increase the time spent up to a day or more.
2.9. Fertilizer
How and how to feed zamiokulkas?
Carry out regular top dressing with liquid fertilizers for ornamental plants or succulents and cacti during the period of active growth - from spring to autumn, about one once a month. At the same time, the solution is diluted to about half the dosage recommended on the package.
In the winter months, when the plants are at rest, top dressing should be stopped and resumed only with the first signs of new growth - in the spring.
Zamioculkas will be grateful for organic and for mineral top dressing.
Plants react violently to foliar top dressing by applying the nutrient solution directly to the leaves using a spray bottle.
Fertilize plants only after watering- fertilizer getting into dry soil can cause a burn of the root system.
Remember that Zamioculcas is more likely to endure a lack of nutrients than their excess.
2.10.Zamioculcas cultivation temperature
Plain room temperature all year round, Zamioculcas develops most actively at a temperature of 25 - 32 ° C. Cooler temperatures will cause it to slow down its growth rate.
During the winter months do not expose plant exposed to temperature below 15°C.
Even the strongest summer heat is easily tolerated by the plant if it is provided with adequate watering and air humidity.
2.11 Lighting
Zamioculcas prefers well lit location b Without access to direct sunlight, however, it can grow in partial shade.
If the light is too strong, burns may appear on the leaves. With a lack of natural light, zamiokulkas can be grown under artificial illumination fluorescent lamps.
Since the plant reaches for the light source, for its harmonious development it is necessary turn around its own axis a quarter of a turn every week.
Since Zamioculcas develops very slowly, it can be placed in partial shade for a while, however, to maintain an attractive appearance, the plant should still receive slightly shaded sunlight from time to time.
It is believed that when grown in a well-lit area, plants develop faster.
During the fall and winter months, when the sun is at its lowest and often hidden behind clouds, it is best to place the plant close to the brightest window.
2.12. Purpose
An elegant large and extremely unpretentious plant that is suitable for any interior, and its unpretentiousness will be its most important feature.
According to folk beliefs, zamiokulkas or dollar tree can bring prosperity and financial stability to the house. It is believed that with each sprig that appears, money suddenly arrives in the house - someone repays old debts, at work they are encouraged with a bonus.
Unfortunately, this rule also works in reverse side- if the leaves turn yellow on the plant, then this leads to monetary losses.
2.13 Spraying
When the heating is on, try increase air humidity by placing the plant pot on a tray of damp pebbles or spraying it with soft water.
Also, to increase the humidity of the air, you can spray leaves with softened water at room temperature, so that before dusk the moisture has time to evaporate from the surface of the leaves. Remember that unsettled tap water should not be used for spraying - it will leave ugly whitish spots on the dark leaves of zamiokulkas.
Another way is to place a decorative fountain or pond with water near the plant or a simple room humidifier.
In the warm season, the plant can take warm shower with a water temperature of about 35 ° C, however, during this procedure, the soil should be covered with plastic wrap, since a large amount of water should not get into it.
After a shower, place the plant out of direct sunlight in a well-ventilated area with enough air movement to dry.
When working with the plant, remember that its juice can cause skin irritation - use protective gloves and wash your hands thoroughly after contact with the plant.
In the natural environment, with the onset of drought, plants shed their leaves - in this way they protect themselves from moisture loss, and the fallen leaves, when in contact with the ground, take root and give rise to new plants.
It is believed that the dollar tree is capable of purify the air indoors from harmful impurities.
Zamioculcas crying with the onset of cloudy and rainy weather, or simply when kept in a too humid atmosphere.
Hydroponics.
3. Varieties and types:
3.1. Black Zamioculcas "Raven" - Zamioculcas Blaсk "Raven"
Variety houseplant with glossy, very dark, purple-black leaves. The variety appeared quite recently - just a couple of years ago, but it has already got its fans and in 2018 won first place as the best novelty at the International Exhibition tropical plants in Fort Lauderdale (USA, Florida). These plants need good lighting, as when grown in partial shade, the color of the leaves becomes standard - green.
3.2. Zamioculcas variegated - Zamioculcas variegated
Beautiful variegated variation. The leaves of plants are colored unevenly - in some leaf blades they can be monotonous - green, in others - white, yellowish or light green. Also on the same plant there can be quite ordinary green leaves and leaves with all kinds of spots and specks on the surface.
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