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10 Houseplants with Black Foliage: Adding Black to Your Indoor Space


When it comes to interior design, incorporating black elements can create a bold and stylish statement. One way to bring this captivating color into your indoor space is through houseplants with black foliage. These dark beauties possess a unique allure that can transform any room into a sophisticated sanctuary. In this blog post, we’ll explore ten houseplants with black foliage that will add a touch of mystique and elegance to your home.

  1. Black Velvet Alocasia (Alocasia reginula):
    The Black Velvet Alocasia is a mesmerizing plant with velvety, deep black leaves that shimmer under the right lighting. Its dramatic foliage and contrasting silver veins make it a captivating centerpiece for any room.
  2. Black Rose (Rosa ‘Black Baccara’):
    The Black Rose is an exquisite hybrid rose variety known for its dark, almost black petals. While it is commonly grown outdoors, you can also bring its captivating beauty indoors with proper care and lighting.
  3. Black Bat Flower (Tacca chantrieri):
    This exotic plant features unique, bat-shaped flowers and rich, dark foliage. The Black Bat Flower’s deep green leaves provide an enchanting backdrop to its stunning black flowers, making it a conversation starter in any setting.
  4. Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon planiscapus ‘Nigrescens’):
    The Black Mondo Grass is a groundcover plant with tufts of deep black grass-like leaves. It forms dense mats that add texture and create a captivating carpet-like effect in your indoor garden.
  5. Raven ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia ‘Raven’):
    The Raven ZZ Plant is a striking variant of the popular ZZ Plant, boasting glossy, dark leaves that almost appear black. This low-maintenance plant thrives in various light conditions and is perfect for those seeking a touch of elegance with minimal effort.
  6. Black Coral Snake Plant (Sansevieria cylindrica ‘Boncel’):
    With its cylindrical dark green leaves, the Black Coral Snake Plant is a fascinating addition to any indoor space. This hardy plant not only adds visual interest but also purifies the air, making it a perfect choice for both style and wellness.
  7. Black Prince Succulent (Echeveria ‘Black Prince’):
    The Black Prince Succulent is a captivating plant with rosettes of dark, velvety leaves that appear almost black. Its unique texture and rich color make it an excellent choice for adding a touch of drama to your indoor garden.
  8. Black Philodendron (Philodendron melanochrysum):
    Featuring large, heart-shaped leaves with a velvety texture and dark green to black color, the Black Philodendron is a stunning tropical plant. Its glossy foliage adds depth and sophistication to any room.
  9. Black Magic Taro (Colocasia esculenta ‘Black Magic’):
    The Black Magic Taro is a tropical plant known for its large, heart-shaped leaves in shades of deep purple to almost black. This dramatic plant creates a striking focal point in any space and thrives in moist environments.
  10. Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant (Aeschynanthus ‘Black Pagoda’):
    The Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant is a trailing vine with dark, glossy leaves and vibrant red flowers. Its cascading growth habit makes it perfect for hanging baskets, where the contrast between the black foliage and red blooms adds a touch of elegance.


Incorporating black foliage houseplants into your indoor space can infuse it with a sense of mystery and sophistication. From the velvety leaves of the Black Velvet Alocasia to the captivating Black Rose, these ten houseplants with black foliage offer a range of options to suit different preferences and styles. By adding these striking plants to your home, you can create an atmosphere that is both visually captivating and uniquely enchanting. Embrace the allure of black in your indoor garden and elevate your space to new heights of elegance.

Jasmine

Jasmine is your everyday multidimensional plant lover and new mama who loves black women and plants so much, she created Black Girls With Gardens! There are 3 things you'll find Jasmine doing separately or simultaneously: 1. Planning for BGWG 2. Plant Shopping 3. Doing both with her baby girl! Go figure!

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