{"product_id":"zamioculcas-raven-9","title":"Zamioculcas 'Raven' #9","description":"\u003cp\u003eZamioculcas zamiifolia 'Raven' is the near-black variant of the classic ZZ plant, prized for foliage that emerges deep burgundy and matures into a glossy, almost jet-black sheen. This particular specimen shows the full range in one plant — bright green new leaves, glossy near-black mature leaves, and pink-mottled leaves in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhotos are the actual, unedited photos of this exact plant\u003c\/strong\u003e — not stock or reference images. As a one-of-a-kind specimen, the coloring, leaf count, and size you see are exactly what you will receive. No two Ravens develop identically, and this one will not be restocked once sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease message us to confirm availability before purchasing\u003c\/strong\u003e — as a single unique specimen, it may already be reserved or sold through another sales channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Collectors Seek It Out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Raven' is one of the few truly dark-leaved houseplants that holds its color reliably indoors, rather than reverting to green like many \"black\" cultivars do under lower light. The contrast between fresh burgundy growth and mature near-black leaves gives each plant a striking, ever-changing look as it matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBotanical Background\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZamioculcas zamiifolia is native to eastern Africa, where it survives long dry seasons by storing water in thick, potato-like rhizomes beneath the soil. 'Raven' is a naturally occurring dark-leaf sport of the standard green ZZ plant, first introduced to cultivation for its unusual coloring rather than bred for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZZ Raven is exceptionally low-maintenance: it tolerates low light well and thrives in bright, indirect light, needs infrequent watering (allow the soil to dry out between waterings — overwatering is the most common cause of problems), and prefers a well-draining, chunky aroid-style mix. It is toxic if ingested, so keep it away from pets and children who may chew on the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBring It Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips bareroot (approx. 5\" rhizome size) — roots cleaned and wrapped for safe transit, ready to pot into your own well-draining mix on arrival. A striking specimen plant for a shelf, desk, or low-light corner where less forgiving houseplants struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ThaiFusion Botanica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45587355566256,"sku":"ZZ-BR5009","price":445.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/3881\/3872\/files\/ZZ-BR5009_1.jpg?v=1789538773","url":"https:\/\/thaifusionbotanica.com\/products\/zamioculcas-raven-9","provider":"ThaiFusion Botanica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}