The term “black flowers” usually refer to flowers that have dark blooms. Looking closely, you could find that these black flowers are such a deep purple or at times brownish in color that they just appear black. Black flowers do present an aura of magic and mysticism that catch the eyes attention and fancy. Below are photos of black flowers. these black flowers project “an atmosphere of mysterious magnificence.”
Black Tulips
The Black Tulip commonly called the Queen of the Night belongs to the genus Tulipa that has over a hundred species of bulbous flowering plants. The Queen of the Night tulip has large, velvety, deep cocoa-purple flowers on tall stems. Black tulips appear nearly jet-black at early dawn and before dusk. A good addition to your garden, it adds aura of midnight moonlight and a great attraction in the midday sunshine flashing its deep purple color and delicious scent.
Black Iris
Black Iris (Iris chrysographes) is a species of the genus Iris that is originally a native flowering plant to China and Myanmar. Black Iris are mostly found growing near streams, meadows and hillsides. A reddish to almost velvety black about 6-9 cm. in diameter that usually blooms in June and July. One popular species of Black Iris is the Iris nigricans which is the national flower of Jordan. (see photo below).
Black or Chocolate Cosmos
It is a sun loving plant that is a native of Mexico. When in full bloom, Chocolate cosmos appear like candy kisses on a stick and fills the garden with its vanilla with a touch of chocolate scent.
Black Lily or Bat Lily
It is native to Thailand, Myanmar, Northern India and in some Indonesian islands. Bat Lily are sometimes called “Cats Whiskers” for its flower exhibit a whiskers-like appearance. If you happened to see one, be sure to enjoy its bloom for it will only last for a couple of days.
Black Morning Glory
This plant is a climbing vine that could grow up to 10 ft. and prefers full sun. Morning Glory Kniola’s black blooms from July to October and has a deep velvety flower.
Geranium Phaeum
Although not a very attractive plant, Geranium phaeum makes it up for its almost erect stem and almost black flowers. A nice plant to grow under trees for its ability to grow in dry shade. The plant blooms from May to June and its flower can grow up to 80 cm. with a 45 cm. spread.
Pincushion Flower Scabiosa Atropurpurea ‘Ace of Spades’
A plant that is easy to grow and can reach a height of 36 inches, Ace of Spades are always target of butterflies and bees. This long flowering plant loves sun and blooms from June to August and shows a double, dark raspberry purple flower and exhibit a sweet scent.
Black Bacarra Rose
A new species that was introduced to florist trade in 2001, Black Baccara Rose is a small beautiful flower but has no fragrance. It is truly unique for it owns a velvety petal, and before the bloom opens it project a deep shade of burgundy. As the flower blooms its edges still maintains the blackish color.
Black Hollyhocks
Black Hollyhock usually grows in full sun and soil that are not too wet. A dark-red flower is a big single flower that usually blooms in June and July.
Buddleja Davidii ‘Black Knight’ – Butterfly Bush
‘Black Knight’ is a popular cultivar of butterfly bush that features almost black flowers. This deciduous shrub can grow up to 8 feet if not properly trimmed. Black Knight Butterfly bush has the deepest of all purple flowers that attracts butterflies and bees. Its fragrant flowers blooms from June to September.
