Troubleshooting
Black Gold clog plant problems — and how to fix them
Black Gold clog plant (Nematanthus 'Black Gold') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Leaf color fading
The distinctive near-black foliage can fade to dark green if the plant receives too much bright direct light or too little light. Adjust to bright, filtered indirect light for best color.
Bud drop
Moving the plant or exposing it to cold drafts while in bud causes flowers to drop before opening. Position in a stable, warm, draft-free spot once buds are visible.
Root rot
Overwatering in a heavy compost causes root rot quickly. Use a fast-draining mix and a pot with drainage holes; let the top layer of soil dry between waterings.
Prevent black gold clog plant problems before they start
Most black gold clog plant issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Looking for black gold clog plant in general rather than its problems? Read the full black gold clog plant care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Black Gold clog plant problems — FAQ
Why is my black gold clog plant leaf color fading?
The distinctive near-black foliage can fade to dark green if the plant receives too much bright direct light or too little light. Adjust to bright, filtered indirect light for best color.
Why is my black gold clog plant bud drop?
Moving the plant or exposing it to cold drafts while in bud causes flowers to drop before opening. Position in a stable, warm, draft-free spot once buds are visible.
Why is my black gold clog plant root rot?
Overwatering in a heavy compost causes root rot quickly. Use a fast-draining mix and a pot with drainage holes; let the top layer of soil dry between waterings.