ZZ Plant in Terracotta

Waxy, deep-green leaflets marching up thick upright stems — the ZZ looks polished enough to be fake, and it is close to unkillable. It stores water in fat underground rhizomes, so it prefers being ignored.

Light: Low to bright indirect. It'll live in an office with nothing but overhead fluorescents.
Water: Every two to three weeks. When in doubt, wait another week.
Grows: Slowly, upright, and holds its shape beautifully.

Potted in classic terracotta.

Toxic if chewed — keep away from pets and small children. Potted by Plant Patience in Oakdale, California.