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Zanzibar Gem 1 ½ ft tall Medium Mid-Century Ceramic

Easy Care

$149

pot style:

Mid-Century Ceramic

pot color:

wood stand:

Easy Care

Plant for beginners. The Zanzibar Gem requires low maintenance and great for beginners

30-day Guarantee

Living plants need time to adapt to changing conditions. If your plant doesn’t settle in comfortably within the first 30 days, we’ll replace it.

Plant Doctor

Our houseplants are unique, and so are you. Each of our green plants is pampered and delivered with care. Our Plant Doctor is available for personalized and ongoing support to keep your houseplant thriving and looking great.

Secure Delivery

"White-Glove" delivery or shipped in our exclusive Packaging, your plant will remain protected during its journey. From conception to your show, we strive to achieve a positive social and ecological footprint. We have designed plastic-free packaging made from recycled and recyclable cardboard. With our "No Risk Delivery" guarantee, you can have peace of mind! If, despite all the care we took in preparing your order, your plant or pot is damaged, we will send you a replacement free of charge.

Local & Sustainable

Your orders are prepared in our workshops in France.
All our plants are grown in Europe under ideal conditions and responsibly by MPS-A certified producers.
We prioritize French or European manufacturing for our pots and accessories, and handmade craftsmanship.

Made to Order

Each plant is hand-selected, checked, treated, pruned, cleaned, and arranged in the pot of your choice.

Plant Details & Size

The Zanzibar Gem is a near indestructible indoor plant. It has long and graceful wandlike stems with lush fleshy leaves, resembling a group of feathers. It is highly adaptable and thrives in a wide range of conditions, great for many home and office environments.

  • Overall size from bottom of pot to the top leaf: 1 ½ ft tall
  • Nursery Pot ⌀ : 6cm
  • Live, fully grown, healthy plant · Grown in the USA
  • Native to eastern Africa
  • Also commonly known as: ZZ Plant
  • Botanical name: Zamioculcas zamiifolia

*Please note that plants are grown naturally and can vary in height ± 10%. If you're looking for a specific height, please reach out and we'd be happy to help.

Is This the Right Plant for You?

The Zanzibar Gem is a tropical perennial plant and is an excellent choice for low light environments. Sometimes known as the eternity plant due to its ability to handle long periods of neglect, it’s a perfect blend of an attractive and low maintenance option.

Difficulty: Plant for beginners

The Zanzibar Gem requires low maintenance and great for beginners

Toxicity

Careful with pets.
The plant may cause mild irritation if ingested. More information here.

Location & Brightness

Prefers medium-bright indirect light, but very tolerant of all light levels · View Light Guide

Pot Design & Size

Meticulously hand-crafted ceramic cylinders, designed specifically for your plants to thrive. Wood stands are handcrafted from reclaimed wood and finished with natural oil.

Plants remain in their plastic grow containers which are placed inside the waterproof ceramic pots, and slightly elevated on foam blocks.

Construction and details
  • Sized to fit 6" grower pots with extra room for drainage
  • Glazed inside and out, completely waterproof
  • No drainage hole, plant should be staged, ideal for indoor or outdoor use
  • Elevated by a sleek wood stand - teak wood for the light and dark stained options, mahogany wood for the black stained option
  • Finished with non-toxic, non-VOC oil
pot

Care Essentials

Location & Brightness

Prefers medium-bright indirect light, but very tolerant of all light levels · View Light Guide

Watering

Water sparingly, prefers to dry out between waterings

Care Guide

Find more information in the complete care guide for the Zanzibar Gem.

MIDCENTURY MODERN ELEGANCE

Our Mid-Century collection pairs high-fire ceramic pots with reclaimed wood stands, offering a nod to classic design with a focus on sustainability. Teak is used for light and dark stands, while black stands feature durable mahogany, underscoring our commitment to sophisticated indoor gardening and environmental responsibility. Designed and engineered with form and function in mind, these pieces are perfectly sized, water sealed, surface safe, and made from non-toxic materials.

A bright finish,
A unique staging

When you purchase a plant from Léon & George, each order is prepared with the utmost care and service:

  • Sourced from top California growers
  • Hand-selected for health, shape and beauty
  • Cleaned and shined with our own all-natural soaps
  • Trimmed and pruned for blemishes
  • Inspected and treated with systemic bug protection
  • Soil is topped with preserved forest moss or pebbles for a refined finished touch
  • Carefully wrapped, packed and sealed for their journey to you

When ordered with a ceramic pot, your set comes pre-assembled with our staging method for optimal airflow and drainage. This method ensures long-term comfort and care of your plant, repotting is not recommended.

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customer reviews for the Zanzibar Gem

The best plants, delivery is excellent, my plants thrive, sent one to my dughter in NY, now sending thje second to my son in Silver Spring Md

Janet K.

Verified Buyer

04/01/24

Bethesda, MD

Love it

How do I get notifications to water plant? Or other pushes to take care of it?

Indra B.

Verified Buyer

09/08/23

Cary, NC

Great product, dad loved as gift

Really nice looking plant that brings the room to life. Parents loved it as a gift and always get compliments on it!

John C.

Verified Buyer

14/07/23

Duluth, MN

Beautiful, healthy plant 😌

Randy W.

Verified Buyer

08/07/23

Stamford, CT

Loved it it is still alive!

Howard S.

Verified Buyer

28/06/23

North Platte, NE

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