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Zamioculcas 'pixie' 17cm

Name: Zamioculcas 'pixie' 17cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: Zamiocpixie17cm
Price: 18.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Zamioculcas zamiifolia 'Pixie' — ZZ Plant

More compact, more composed 😌

Family: Araceae • Pot diameter: 17 cm • Height: 60 cm • 4 plants/pot

Araceae Evergreen Bright indirect to low light Very easy Compact habit

The Zamioculcas zamiifolia 'Pixie' is the more compact and tighter-looking version of the classic ZZ plant, with dense, glossy growth and shorter petioles that give it a sturdier, more architectural appearance. In this composition with 4 plants per pot, the result feels fuller from day one: a rich, tidy mass of dark green that works beautifully in offices, living rooms, entrances, and modern professional spaces. It is one of those plants that instantly gives a space a cared-for interior look while asking for very little in return.

Light

🌥️ Adaptable

It tolerates lower light, but looks best in bright indirect light.

Watering

💧 Sparse

Let the soil dry well before watering again.

Form

📏 Compact

Shorter stems and a denser silhouette than the regular ZZ plant.

Character

✨ Glossy

Deep green foliage with a clean, sturdy, almost sculptural presence.

What makes it stand out

🌿 More compact growth than the classic ZZ plant, with shorter and denser stems.
🪴 A much fuller look from a younger stage, especially when several plants share the same pot.
🏢 Ideal for contemporary interiors that need a clean, architectural green mass.

Ideal use

🛋️ In living rooms, offices, or reception areas that need an elegant, easy-care green point.
📚 On shelves or furniture where its compact form looks tidier than a taller ZZ plant.
🪴 In a decorative floor or countertop pot, as a lower but still full statement foliage plant.

Where to place it

Place it indoors in bright indirect light for the best foliage quality, but also in softer lighting conditions where very few plants hold their shape this well. ‘Pixie’ is excellent for spots where you do not want too much height, but still need a full green mass. Just avoid constant excess moisture in the substrate and harsh, hot summer sun directly on the leaves.

What plants pair well with it

With plants that have a lighter texture, so its sturdy, glossy form works as the stable point in the composition.
With neutral, minimal pots and clean lines that suit its architectural character.
With other resilient indoor plants for office spaces or rooms that need easy maintenance.

Composition goal: compact, glossy green with quiet strength and a very clean silhouette.

Origin of the variety click to read

Taxonomic basis: Zamioculcas zamiifolia is the accepted species of the genus Zamioculcas and belongs to the Araceae family. Its native range extends from Kenya to KwaZulu-Natal in southern Africa.

Species ecology: In nature it grows in seasonally drier tropical habitats and has evolved fleshy rhizomes and thick petioles that store water, which helps explain its well-known tolerance in indoor cultivation.

Character of ‘Pixie’: ‘Pixie’ is sold as a compact horticultural selection of the classic ZZ plant, with shorter petioles, denser leaf arrangement, and a smaller overall form while keeping the glossy, sturdy look of the species.

Ornamental value: This more contained growth is exactly why ‘Pixie’ stands out in the market: it gives you the feel of a ZZ plant in a more compact version, ideal for modern homes and professional spaces.

1) Substrate: Use a well-drained indoor plant mix without heavy water retention.

2) Watering: Let the soil dry properly before watering again. ZZ plants forgive thirst much more easily than excess moisture.

3) Position: Give it bright indirect light for a fuller and cleaner look, but without strong summer sun scorching the leaves.

🔎 Element	Information
🌿 Botanical name	Zamioculcas zamiifolia 'Pixie'
🪴 Pot / Size	17 cm • height 60 cm
🌱 Density	4 plants per pot for a fuller look from the start.
☀️ Light	Bright indirect light is ideal, but it also tolerates lower lighting.
💧 Watering	Sparse, with good drying of the substrate between waterings.
🧱 Substrate	Well-drained mix for indoor plants.
✨ Foliage	Glossy, deep green, with a more compact and dense appearance than the regular ZZ plant.
📏 Habit	Shorter and denser stems, with a tighter architectural form.
⚠️ Toxicity	Avoid chewing or ingestion by children and pets, as the tissues may be irritating.

💡 Tip: If you want ‘Pixie’ to look truly polished and full, wipe the leaves from time to time with a lightly damp cloth to remove dust.

🤔 Did you know? ZZ plants store water in their fleshy underground tissues and thick petioles — that is one big reason they are so forgiving when watering is occasionally forgotten.

Why you’ll love it info

🌿 It gives you the elegance of the classic ZZ plant in a denser and more compact form.
🪴 With 4 plants in one pot, it already looks full and “ready” from day one.
🏢 It fits perfectly in homes and professional spaces with a minimal or contemporary style.
💧 It remains one of the most resilient and easy-going indoor plants.

🧠 Greenleaf for nerds — scientific details nobody asked for geek

🧬 Zamioculcas zamiifolia is the accepted species of the genus Zamioculcas, which makes it botanically rather distinctive.
🌍 Its native range in eastern and southern Africa is linked with seasonally drier tropical habitats, not permanently wet rainforest conditions.
💧 The fleshy rhizomes and thick petioles act as water reserves and help explain its impressive tolerance of neglect.
📏 ‘Pixie’ is a horticultural selection chosen for its shorter and denser form, which is especially useful in interiors with limited height.

Does it need a lot of light? light

It looks best in bright indirect light, but it remains one of the indoor plants that cope with lower light more easily than many others.

Does it need frequent watering? water

No. It prefers sparse watering and proper drying of the soil, because excess moisture is much more dangerous than a small delay in watering.

Does it stay smaller than the classic ZZ plant? size

Yes, that is its main advantage. ‘Pixie’ keeps a more compact and denser form, with shorter stems and a more contained overall look.

Is it good for offices or softer light? office

Very much. It is one of the best choices for offices, reception areas, and rooms where you want reliable greenery without daily care.

🔎 Note: Due to the natural variability of plants, the one you receive may differ slightly from the one shown in the photo. Shape, size, and colouring depend on the season, growing conditions, and the nature of each plant.

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Zamioculcas 'pixie' 17cm

Zamioculcas 'pixie' 17cm

Zamioculcas zamiifolia 'Pixie' — ZZ Plant

Light

Watering

Form

Character

What makes it stand out

Ideal use

Where to place it

What plants pair well with it

Zamioculcas 'pixie' 17cm — Care & Tips

We take care of the packaging!

With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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