Once dismissed as dull, the ZZ plant now a darling of Kenyan homes

If you walk into a hotel lobby, salon, office reception or café in Nairobi today, you are likely to be greeted by a glossy green plant – the ZZ.

Once considered just a hardy office corner plant, the ZZ plant is now gaining popularity in Kenyan homes, thanks to its architectural look, effortless elegance and near-invincibility.