Black Money Plant

ZenPlants

Has anyone conducted experiments or observed long-term trends regarding the stability of variegation in Black Money Plant (Epipremnum aureum ‘Black’) under fluctuating light conditions? Specifically, I’m interested in quantitative data on chlorophyll content or leaf pigmentation retention when exposed to 200-500 lux for 8-12 hours daily versus higher intensities around 1000 lux. In my setup, I’ve noted subtle reversion to solid green in lower light over six months, potentially linked to photosynthetic efficiency, but empirical studies or propagation techniques to maintain the dark foliage would be invaluable for optimizing indoor cultivation.

PlantPeace

I’ve seen similar reversion in my ‘Black’ pothos under low light-around 300 lux, it started greening out after 4 months. No hard data handy, but a study on Epipremnum variegation (from HortScience, 2018) showed chlorophyll a/b ratios dropping 20-30% in <500 lux, pushing solid green for efficiency. To stabilize, propagate from the darkest tips via stem cuttings in brighter spots (aim for 800+ lux), and supplement with a full-spectrum LED 12 hours/day. Keeps mine dark and healthy indoors.