ZZ: A unique tropical ornamental foliage plant

ZZ (Zamioculcas zamiifolia), a member of the family Araceae, is emerging as an important foliage plant due to its aesthetic appearance, ability to tolerate low light and drought, and resistance to diseases and pests. However, little information is available regarding its propagation, production, and...

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Published in:HortTechnology (Alexandria, Va.) Va.), 2003, Vol.13 (3), p.458-462
Main Authors: Chen, J.J, Henny, R.J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Araceae
flowering
horticulture
ornamental value
plant cuttings
plant propagation
potted foliage plants
rhizomes
rooting
zamioculas samiifolia
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Summary:ZZ (Zamioculcas zamiifolia), a member of the family Araceae, is emerging as an important foliage plant due to its aesthetic appearance, ability to tolerate low light and drought, and resistance to diseases and pests. However, little information is available regarding its propagation, production, and use. This report presents relevant botanical information and results of our four-year evaluation of this plant to the ornamental plant industry.
ISSN:1063-0198
1943-7714
DOI:10.21273/horttech.13.3.0458