Cast Iron Plant vs ZZ Plant
Side-by-side comparison.
| Cast Iron Plant | ZZ Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Beginner |
| Light | Low to bright indirect light (tolerates low light) | Low to bright indirect light; tolerates low light |
| Water | Water when top inch of soil is dry, typically every 1-2 weeks | Allow soil to dry completely between waterings, about every 2-3 weeks |
| Humidity | 40-50% (average household) | 30-50% (average household) |
| Mature size | 2-3 ft tall indoors | 2-4 ft (60-120 cm) indoors |
| Pet-safe? | Yes (non-toxic to cats and dogs) | Toxic to cats and dogs |