A black leaf plant is truly unique, but there are enough varieties to choose from that you can build a dark indoor garden. Black indoor plants are great for creating a moody atmosphere and contrast with lighter-colored foliage. About Black Foliage Plants Of course, most plants are green because of the chlorophyll that allows them to photosynthesize. Plants with black leaves aren’t truly black and still have chlorophyll. Why some plants develop this coloration isn’t well understood, but it might confer some kind of protection in certain environments. For plant enthusiasts, what matters is the unique look of these black-leaved varieties. Zamioculcas zamiifolia ‘Dowon’ This variety of Z. zamiifolia is a striking black beauty that is also known as the black raven ZZ plant. It’s a tropical succulent with bright green early foliage that turns deep purple-black as it ages. Raven ZZ makes a good houseplant, even with lowlight conditions. […]
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