Zamioculcas is a popular one known for its resistance and fleshy leaves that store water. Zamioculcas comes from tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and, due to its origin, is accustomed to difficult environmental conditions.
However, this does not mean that it will survive everything and that it should not be additionally nourished. Especially if we notice disturbing changes in the appearance of the plant. What to use to back in shape?
Zamioculcas zamiofolia is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the picaceae family. It has dark green, fleshy leaves and usually reaches up to one meter in height. Although it stores water in its leaves and underground rhizomes, which allows it to cope well with dryness, it still needs appropriate conditions for healthy growth.
First of all, the plant should not be overwatered. This may lead to the rotting of the plant’s roots in a relatively short time. We can recognize it by yellow leaves and brown spots on the stems. It is best to water it only when the soil in the pot dries to a depth of 3-4 cm.
Zamioculcas may also be harmed by long-term lack of light (then its stems become thin and elongated), low temperatures, and over-fertilization. It is worth nourishing them with mild, home-made nutrients, for example those prepared from apple peelings.
If the zamiokulkas looks worse, we can help it with a home-made conditioner. It can be prepared, for example, from apple peels, cores and standing water. Therefore, if we prepare a cake, do not throw away the leftovers, but use them for the health of potted plants.
We can dry the apple remains in the oven and grind them, and then mix the resulting dust with the top layer of the substrate in which zamioculcas grows. We can also mix it with a liter of settling water and use the finished mixture to water plants. However, for this to make sense, we must use the remains of at least 4 apples per 1 liter of water.
