[5] However, the current distribution of Z. provisoria includes: This species lives among leaf litter and among ornamental plants.

[4] In its native habitat it is usually found in shady ravines, near leaf litter, shrubby areas, and hiding around rocks.

The snail will live in forested areas and even mountainous regions, provided there is a high level of moisture.

[7] Zachrysia provisoria is a polyphagous snail attacking a wide range of agricultural and horticultural plants.

Known host plants include Bougainvillea, various citrus species, crepe myrtle, mango and star fruit (carambola).