Zamioculcas is a plant that fits into almost any interior. It is loved for its long stems covered with shiny leaves. Combined with low requirements for conditions and care zamiokulkas is a perfect plant. Even people who are just starting their adventure with growing potted plants can handle it. However, there is one “but”. Be careful not to overwater zamioculcas, as the consequences may be irreversiblewhich will result in the plant losing money.
It’s worth starting with this Zamioculcas is much easier to save when it is too dry than when it is overwatered. This iron plant, although characterized by low requirements and high resistance to unfavorable conditions, is if overflowed, it quickly wastes before your eyes. If the stems of your zamioculcas are falling and the leaves are starting to turn yellow, this is a clear sign that the plant has been overwatered.
This is a basic mistake in the care of this houseplant, which can lead to rotting of the roots and thus the death of the plant. You should know that Zamioculcas stores water in its leaves and underground rhizomes, so occasional watering is best for it.only when the top layer of earth is dry.
Too much or too frequent watering may weaken the plant. Too wet a substrate and water remaining on the pot base are mistakes that should be avoided. But what to do if the zamioculcas overflows?
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Zamioculcas reacts to too much water by browning or yellowing the leaves, as well as withering and falling of the stems. If you see such symptoms in your plant, you already know what may be the cause and now you need to take quick action to save the plant.
For this purpose you should gently remove the plant from the pot, to see what condition the roots are in. If they become moldy or start to rot, cut off these sections. Then It is worth placing zamioculcas on a material that will absorb water and help the roots dry.
During this time, it is a good idea to prepare a new substrate for the plant. This is the most effective way to bring zamioculcas back to “alive”. First of all there should be a hole in the pot to drain water, and place it well at the bottom expanded clay or perlite, which will act as drainage. As for the substrate itself, it is good to ensure that it is permeable, fertile and has a pH of 5.5-6.5.
After placing zamioculcas in new soil, it is worth monitoring the condition of the plant and above all remember to water appropriately. It is enough to do this once every two weeks, and even less often in the winter. You can also choose appropriate products that will strengthen it and stimulate growth.
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