Calathea vs ZZ Plant
Side-by-side comparison.
| Calathea | ZZ Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Beginner |
| Light | Bright indirect light | Low to bright indirect light; tolerates low light |
| Water | Keep soil consistently moist; water when top inch feels dry | Allow soil to dry completely between waterings, about every 2-3 weeks |
| Humidity | 60% or higher | 30-50% (average household) |
| Mature size | 1-2 ft tall indoors | 2-4 ft (60-120 cm) indoors |
| Pet-safe? | Yes | Toxic to cats and dogs |