The Ultimate Directory of Black Plants

Discover a growing collection of striking black plants — from jet-black houseplants to deep purple flowering varieties. Each entry includes care tips, scientific info, and where to buy.

Black Begonia Plant

A striking rhizomatous begonia with velvety dark leaves and a compact, dramatic form.

# compact
# foliage
# intermediate difficulty
# tropical
#compact
# foliage
# houseplant
# intermediate difficulty
# tropical
Black Begonia Plant

Begonia 'Black Velvet' is a 'Black Fancy' rhizomatous begonia cultivar prized for its near-black, velvety leaves with dramatic texture. Grows best indoors in bright indirect light and consistently moist, well-draining soil. This compact houseplant requires minimal fertilizing and does not tolerate soggy soil. Toxic to both pets and humans.

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Black Dragon Plant

Black Dragon Plant

Bold, compact coleus with deep, rippled leaves — perfect for shade containers and garden beds.

Easy Difficulty
Outdoor Garden Plants
Toxic to Pets
Easy Difficulty
Indoor Plants
annual
container
easy difficulty
Black ZZ Plant

Black ZZ Plant

A nearly indestructible houseplant with stunning dark foliage — perfect for low-light spaces.

Easy Difficulty
Toxic to Humans
Toxic to Pets
Easy Difficulty
Indoor Plants
drought-tolerant
easy difficulty
indoor
Black Velvet Plant

Black Velvet Plant

A jewel alocasia with deep, velvety black foliage and silvery veins.

Intermediate Difficulty
Rare & Exotic
Toxic to Humans
Toxic to Pets
Indoor Plants
compact
foliage
intermediate difficulty