Raven ZZ 14cm

🌿 Raven ZZ (Zamioculcas zamiifolia ‘Raven’) Care Guide

The Raven ZZ is famous for its deep, inky-black foliage that starts bright lime green and slowly matures into a dramatic, glossy charcoal. Tough, low-maintenance, and sculptural, it’s one of the easiest statement plants you can own.

☀️ Light

• Thrives in bright, indirect light

• Tolerates low light extremely well — perfect for darker rooms

• Avoid strong direct sun which can fade new leaves

💧 Water

• Water when the soil is fully dry

• Usually every 2–3 weeks, depending on light

• Loves a drying cycle — very drought-tolerant

• Yellowing = too much water

• Wrinkling = time for a drink

🌫️ Humidity

• Very forgiving — thrives in any indoor humidity

• No misting required

🌡️ Temperature

• Ideal range: 18–28°C

• Avoid cold drafts

• Never below 12°C

🍽️ Feeding

• Feed lightly every 6–8 weeks in spring & summer

• Use a balanced, diluted fertilizer

• No feeding in winter

🌱 Growth Tips

• New leaves emerge bright green and slowly darken — normal!

• Extremely hardy — great for beginners

• Repot every 1–2 years to refresh soil

• Not pet-safe

💡 Big Plant Lad Wisdom

The Raven ZZ is bold, moody, and nearly indestructible — a sleek plant with dramatic black foliage that fits effortlessly into any home. Perfect for plant lovers who want maximum vibe with minimum effort. 🖤🌿✨