Indoor cultivation of potted plants is a popular lifestyle choice nowadays. The Pachira Macrocarpa and the Zamioculcas Zamiifolia are common indoor plants that are mainly grown for their ornamental leaves. They are attractive in appearance and remain green throughout the year, making them suitable for home or office cultivation. So, what are the differences between the Pachira Macrocarpa and the Zamioculcas Zamiifolia? Let’s take a look together.

1. Different plant families

The Pachira Macrocarpa belongs to the Ruscaceae plant family. The Zamioculcas Zamiifolia belongs to the Malvaceae plant family.

2. Different tree shape

In their natural state, the Pachira Macrocarpa can grow up to 9-18 meters in height, while the Zamioculcas Zamiifolia has a slender stalk, similar to a bamboo plant. The indoor potted Pachira Macrocarpa is smaller and the leaves grow at the top. The Zamioculcas Zamiifolia grows up to 1-3 meters in height.

3. Different leaf shape

The Pachira Macrocarpa has larger leaves, with 5-9 small leaves on a single leaf stem, which are oval and thin. The leaves of the Zamioculcas Zamiifolia are smaller and spread out in layers, forming a lush dense foliage.

4. Different flowering periods

The Pachira Macrocarpa and the Zamioculcas Zamiifolia do not frequently bloom, but they can still produce blossoms. The Pachira Macrocarpa blooms in May, whereas the Zamioculcas Zamiifolia blooms in June and July.