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ferigrievous · 1 year ago

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sanctum.

⊹ ࣪ ˖ in which you and inumaki toge find refuge in a hole in the wall bookstore

absentmindedly fliping through the pages of a book you didnt care about, you leaned back against the bookshelf behind you, the only light source in the aisle threatening to give way.

the book in of itself was on an interesting topic, but you had already read everything that was to be read on house plants, as if there was much to read on it anyways. you had only picked it up because the cover looked interesting in a sense, and the pages were worn, smelling of mildew and coffee, or perhaps that was the whole bookstore in of itself, you thought.

it was a rare off day for you and the rest of the students at jujutsu tech, and while the others

took the oppurtunity to rest and sleep, you had instantly made your way to the hole in the wall bookstore you had seen a few times on missions.

it was snowing outside, and paired with the dim lighting and a faint DEVO song playing from your the radio somewhere, you hummed along with it, enjoying the quiet moment.

'crassula ovata'. the jade plant. running your finger over the words, you hummed. it was a common plant, the first indoor one you had ever gotten, and it could last generations if cared for properly.

you always wanted a big jade plant, one that you could prune and use the cuttings to make new ones, maybe to give to friends. but even after four years, after all the new plants had grown and grown, the jade plant you had gotten has only sprouted a few new branches.

you wondered if you had watered yours recently, and looked up to put the book back on the shelf, only to be met with a certain white haired friend of yours.

"kelp." you could see the corners of his eyes crinkle up in a smile as you nudged him out of the way, attempting once more to place the book back in its proper place, only to watch him take the book right out of your hands.

you huffed and rolled your eyes playfully as you watched him flip through the pages,afraid the pages would come right out of the binding the way he was handling it. he stopped

on a specific page, pointing at it and looking up at you. "tuna mayo ?"

"philodendron.. gloriosum?" you read, moving to stand behind him to read what he was looking at. the picture of the philodendron took up nearly the whole page, the text around it being nearly indecipherable over years of wear and misuse.

inumaki didnt strike you as a plant person, but now, watching his finger dance around pages and pages of the care of houseplants, it made so much more sense.

watching him flip to different pages, he began pointing to different plants. looking up at you with excitment. "dracaena trifascita, aspidistra elatior, philodendron cordatum..." you look at him in what could only hope is surprise, maybe horror, as he reads off the different house plants, finger dancing across the page.

you knew inumaki only spoke in onigiri ingridents to protect the people around him, as the words held no meaning in the big picture, and could be used as freely as he wanted. only during missions and the sister games had you heard him say anything else, commands to "plummet." or "run away."

yet, here you were, in a dingy old bookstore, watching him eagerly read off house plants from a rotting book. something you knew other people wouldnt experience, something you werent even

sure you were experiencing.

maybe its the black mold, you thought distractedly.

leaving him to his own minstrations to process everything, you did another lap around the whole of the bookstore, the books that you had picked up held haphazardly in one arm. you were too stubborn to get a basket, a surrender to the fact that you had maybe spent too much on books again.

its not ike you come here often, or could ever again, and it seemed that you and inumaki were the only two customers in the whole store, so it felt justified in the sense that you were supporting a small business.

you found yourself in the poetry aisle once again, eyes scanning for anything of worth. you had been on the lookout for some books that you could read in the cold weather, and had struck gold, arms full of donna tartt and a few penguin's classics. you hoped to find a book by one of those poets you had heard of in passing from megumi, the one about the bug or whatever.

turning back to start at the beginning, you were once again face to face with inumaki, sifting through the pages of a large book that looked like it had been through the two world wars. you figured that the book was originally white at some point, but now it was yellowing and peeling, even under the multiple layers of plastic protecting it.

glancing at the cover you sighed, looking up at inumaki who you could tell was laughing, and had only probaly picked it up to piss you off.

"the metamorphosis. really, toge ?" you rolled your eyes, a grin creeping across your face under your scarf.

after asking inumaki where he picked it up, he pointed right behind him and you sighed again, realizing that what you were looking for was in front of you the whole time as you picked up

another one of his books. something about letters to someone, you couldnt read the cursive on the cover that was torn in multiple places, making it hard to even put together what it was supposed to look like in the first place.

you looked on the back, hoping to find a short summary on the book you held, but was only met with disappointment as you came face to face with an assortment of reviews and opinons on people you could never care about. rolling your eyes and balancing it on the stack of books you held in your arms, you began making your way to where you thought the cashier was, only to end up lost.

after a few minutes of walking around again (and a small art book from the free basket) you found yourself in front of the cashier, praying to god knows who that you wouldnt have to do the walk of shame if you didnt have enough money.

fidgeting with the tamagotchi on your belt loop, you felt what you assumed to be inumaki lean over and hand the cashier a 500 yen coin, mumbling a "tuna mayo." as he patted you on the back and dropped the book he wanted to buy on the counter with yours.

you thanked the cashier and stuffed all the books in your satchel, but not before taking one of the free bookmarks that came with every purchase. you dully noted he had gotten the houseplant book that you had been reading when he found you as you walked out of the store behind inumaki.

while inside the bookstore, it seemed that nither of you had noticed how heavy the snow had gotten, wrapping your scarf around your mouth tighter as you looked at your classmate questiongly.

you wanted to try the boba store that you saw on the way, so you tugged on inumaki's jacket to ask if he wantedto come with you.

you got the impression that he was about to ask you too, because as soon as you mentioned it, you watched his eyes light up and nod, a quiet "salmon!" heard behind his scarf. you raced him the short distance to the cafe, and he held open the door for you as you playfully flipped him off for winning.

the cafe was small and homely, and you understood now why it was right next to the bookstore.

books and plants covered nearly every surface, ambient lighting illuminating the whole shop a muted orange. standing in front of the cash register, you smiled as you read the names of the various drinks, promising that you would try one next time even though you knew you would order the same thing every time, at every store that served boba.

"whatcha gettin', inumaki ?" you nudged him with your elbow, glancing over to see him thinking way too hard over a boba order. he pulled out a pen and wrote 'thai tea with lychee jelly?' on his hand. you had always wondered how inumaki ordered food, but felt it was too personal to ask.

you hummed and rung the bell at the counter, biting your tongue as an employee that looked no older than 17 rushed to the front, rubbing the back of their head apologetically. you had never seen an employee older than 25 at any cafe you had ever been to, and you supposed you never would.

"one large brown sugar milk tea, light ice, and one large thai tea with lychee jelly please?" you averted your eyes as you spoke, mumbling your name when asked and paying quickly. you hated ordering, but its not like inumaki could do it without causing a problem.

as soon as you set your bag down on one of the window tables, both of your drinks were delivered, and you thanked the employee as they quickly retreated into the back room again. careful not to rip the bottom of the cup again, you stabbed the cap of the drink carefully, watching the colours swirl around.

"yours is real pretty," you commented, the bright pink drink in inumaki's hand making you

giggle as he drank. he didnt say anything, just narrowing his eyes and smiling, before suddenly picking yours up and taking a sip out of it.

he dramatically gagged, putting down the drink and pushing it towards you like it was some sort of poison. "caviar," he choked out, downing half of his milk tea in an attempt to wash out the

taste of your drink. you laughed at his whole sphiel, sipping yours and grinning. "that bad huh ?" he flipped you off and finished the rest of his drink, wiping his mouth with a hankerchief and laying his head down on the table to watch the snow outside. you hummed, playing with one of your rings as you drank, staring out the window along with him.

it wasnt often it snowed in tokyo, and when it did, you wanted to spend hours just watching it if you could. the snowflakes had gotten bigger since you two had entered the cafe, forgotten christmas lights twinkling from the restuarant across from you.

when you looked back, you watched with mild disdain as inumaki rummaged through your bag, pulling out his book and smiling at you sheepishly as he pulled his scarf and mask back up.

he flipped through the pages quickly, seeming to be looking for something specific. "crassula ovata." he read, flipping the book over to show you and point to it, then pulling out his phone to show you a picture of what you assume to be his room, a lone jade plant sitting on his nightstand, leggy and clearly underwatered

you choked on a piece of boba as you tried not to laugh, slapping a hand over your mouth in attempt not to spit all over him. he fought a smile and flipped you off again, mumbling a "caviar." as he shut the book and shoved it back into your bag.

"hey ! i didnt mean it like that, okay ?" you tried, wiping your mouth with the back of your hand and turning away from him to laugh. "it just.. caught me off guard? i dont know." inumaki made a 'blah blah blah' guesture towards you, rolling his eyes as he stared out the window again. you sighed and finished the rest of your drink, standing up and asking him if he was ready to go.

untying the cat ear beanie you had dangling from the carabiner on your bag, you put it on and ventured back out into the snow, pulling your scarf around your face tighter in an attempt not to freeze to death. holding an arm out to inumaki, you two walked through the snow together, footsteps horrifically out of sync as he wanted to start running again, and you felt too tired to even walk.

while crossing the croswalk, you tripped on your untied shoelace and brought inumaki with you, laughing as he pulled you along just out of harms away. as inumaki dropped your body on the sidewalk, you knelt down to tie your boots, gloveless hands shaking from the cold.

as you moved to retie the other shoe as a 'just in case', you felt a cold, blunt, object hit the side of your face and slide down to cover the shoe. you looked at inumaki, holding three snowballs in his arms, the corners of his eyes crinkled in a smile as he launched another one straight to your face.

shooting straight up, you wiped the snow off your face and began chasing him and screaming, scraping off excess snow from windowsills you pass to make your own snowball.

in contrast to the now six snowballs inumaki held in his arms and ocassionally threw back at you clumsily, you only had one, large snowball, and the sole intent of slam dunking it on the white haired sorcerer. he had looked back to throw a snowball at your leg, and in turn tripped on an elevated grate, and you took this oppurtunity to catch up, kicking him back down as gently as you could to immobilize him.

lifting the snowball above your head, you laughed along with inumaki, but before you could bring it down, a loud "explode!" caused the snowball to knock you back from the force of the immidiate dissipation, followed by inumaki's loud laughs.

you sighed and covered your eyes with one arm, grinning as you both lay there, covered in snow, in the middle of a random sidewalk a ways away from where you two were supposed to be.

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personal-shit-for-meee · 1 year ago

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Best Low Light Plants

Best low light plants for your basement, dungeon, bathroom, dorm or any other vampire friendly area:

-Calathea (Calathea lancifolia)

-Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis)

-Sago Palm (Cycas revoluta)

-Lady Plant (Cypripedium acaule)

-Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior)

-Snake Plant (Dracaena trifasciata)

-Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum)

#plant advice #plant blog #plantblr #plants #garden #Low light plants

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pazaryerigundem · 24 days ago

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Tohumdan üretimle Karabağlar'da yeşil alanlar hayat buluyor

https://pazaryerigundem.com/haber/227830/tohumdan-uretimle-karabaglarda-yesil-alanlar-hayat-buluyor/ -

Tohumdan üretimle Karabağlar'da yeşil alanlar hayat buluyor

Karabağlar Belediyesi Park ve Bahçeler Müdürlüğü, Uzundere’deki fidanlığında park ve yeşil alanlarda kullanılmak üzere hem satın alınan hem de kendi ürettiği bitkilerin bakımını yapıyor.

İZMİR (İGFA) – İzmir Karabağlar fidanlığında bulunan Tagates patula (kadife çiçeği), Catharanthus roseus (pervane), Anthemis (beyaz papatya), Wisteria sinensis (mor salkım), Mirabilis jalapa (akşam sefası), Calendula officinalis (portakal nergisi) gibi birçok tür, küçük çaplı da olsa tohumdan üretilerek parklarda yeniden hayat buluyor.

Ayrıca parklardan alınan Carpobrotus edulis (katır tırnağı), Vinca major (Cezayir menekşesi), Rosa sp (gül), Tradescantia pallida (mor telgraf), Euonymus japonicus (taflan) gibi türlerin de üretimi yapılıyor. Kökten ayırma yöntemiyle Agave ve iç mekân süs bitkisi Aspidistra elatior gibi türler de fidanlıkta çoğaltılıyor.

Karabağlar Belediye Başkanı Helil Kınay, “Tohumdan üretimle hem doğaya saygılı hem de sürdürülebilir bir kent yeşilliği oluşturuyoruz. Kendi kaynaklarımızla üreterek hem Karabağlar’ın park ve bahçelerine hayat veriyoruz hem de kent estetiğine değer katıyoruz” diye konuştu.

#İGF #Yaşam

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koli456 · 3 months ago

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Best Indoor Plants for Low Light

Indoor plants can bring life to your space, clean the air, and add relaxation to your home. However, not all homes come with appropriate light sources from nature, making it all the more crucial to select the best indoor plants for low light. If you're seeking plants that flourish in low light, check out these top suggestions that require little sunlight and effort.

1. Snake Plant (Sansevieria)

Widely regarded as one of the best indoor plants for lower light, the snake plant features stark upright foliage and purifying qualities. It requires minimal light and watering, perhaps a couple of times in two weeks, thus making it perfect for beginners or busy people.

2. ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas Zamiifolia)

The ZZ plant is another hardy option that thrives in low light. With its glossy, dark green leaves, this plant adds elegance to any space while requiring very little care. It can tolerate neglect, making it one of the best indoor plants for low light environments like offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms.

3. Pothos (Epipremnum Aureum)

If you love trailing plants, pothos is a great choice. This low-maintenance plant can grow even in artificial light, making it perfect for rooms with little to no natural light. Its cascading vines make it a stylish addition to shelves and hanging baskets, enhancing your home decor effortlessly.

4. Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum)

A beautiful flowering plant, the peace lily is known for its elegant white blooms and air-purifying qualities. It flourishes in low light and requires watering once a week. The peace lily is a fantastic choice for anyone seeking indoor plants for low light with a touch of beauty.

5. Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra Elatior)

True to its name, the cast iron plant is nearly indestructible. It can withstand neglect, low humidity, and very little light, making it perfect for those who don’t have a green thumb. This plant is an excellent choice for dark corners and shaded areas in your home.

6. Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema)

The Chinese evergreen is a striking plant with vibrant green and silver leaves. It grows well in low-light conditions and requires minimal watering. This plant is perfect for brightening up any indoor space without needing direct sunlight.

7. Dracaena (Dracaena spp.)

Dracaena plants come in various shapes and sizes, with attractive, striped leaves that add a modern touch to your interiors. They are easy to care for and can thrive in low light, making them one of the best indoor plants for low light settings.

Benefits of Low-Light Indoor Plants

Air purification – Many low-light plants help remove toxins from the air, creating a healthier living environment.

Low maintenance – These plants require minimal watering and care, making them perfect for busy lifestyles.

Aesthetic appeal – Greenery enhances the look of any room, adding freshness and vibrancy to dull spaces.

Mood booster – Having indoor plants has been proven to reduce stress, increase productivity, and promote a sense of well-being.

Final Thoughts

Choosing the best indoor plants for low light will enable you to bring nature indoors, even in gloomy corners. Whether your preference is for leafy foliage or beautiful flowers, there are plenty of options available to suit your style and home. These plants are easy to care for yet allow you to enjoy the benefit of greenery all year round.

For more information, visit : www.plantsforhome.com.

#best indoor plants #indoor plants for low light #indoor plants #low light #Plantsforhome

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rishab48 · 4 months ago

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Best Indoor Plants for Low Light

Indoor plants can add life into a space immediately; they bring freshness and beauty and purify the air. However, not every home, let alone office, gets enough light, hence the need to consider the Best Indoor Plants for Low Light Condition. Fortunately, there are many beautiful and hardy plants that preserve dim light so that plant lovers can enjoy a greenery paradise without having to worry about whether there's exposure to sunlight at all times or not.

If you are ready to brighten up your living space with indoor plants that grow well in the shade, let’s review some of the Best Indoor Plants for Low Light and add them to your collection.

1. Snake Plant (Sansevieria)

Snake plants are among the most popular Best Indoor Plants for Low Light since they can thrive in varied lighting, even dim light. The leaves have a definite style, growing upright with beautiful variegation, lending elegance to any room. Besides being low-maintenance, snake plants help clean the air by filtering out toxins such as formaldehyde and benzene.

2. ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)

The ZZ plant is well-loved for its glossy, dark green leaves and impressive ability to withstand neglect. It requires very little sunlight and occasional watering, making it ideal for offices, bedrooms, or shaded corners of your home. If you’re a beginner looking for a hardy plant that thrives in low light, the ZZ plant is a great choice.

3. Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)

Pothos, also known as Devil’s Ivy, is one of the easiest plants to care for, especially in low-light environments. This trailing plant can adapt to different light conditions and can be grown in water or soil. Pothos is excellent for hanging baskets or shelves, adding a lush, cascading effect to your interiors.

4. Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum)

If you’re looking for a plant that adds elegance and requires minimal light, the Peace Lily is a perfect choice. With its dark green leaves and stunning white blooms, it thrives in shaded areas and only needs occasional watering. Additionally, Peace Lilies are known for their air-purifying properties, helping to remove airborne toxins from your indoor space.

5. Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior)

True to its name, the Cast Iron Plant is nearly indestructible and one of the Best Indoor Plants for Low Light. It can tolerate neglect, low light, and even fluctuating temperatures, making it a great option for busy plant owners. Its dark green, glossy leaves bring a touch of tropical beauty to any interior space.

6. Dracaena (Dracaena spp.)

Dracaena plants are perfect for adding height and drama to your home. With their long, sword-like leaves and low maintenance needs, they thrive well in dimly lit corners. Dracaenas help improve indoor air quality, making them a great choice for both aesthetic and health benefits.

7. Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema)

Chinese Evergreens are among the most reliable Best Indoor Plants for Low Light, known for their lush foliage and variety of colorful patterns. They require minimal maintenance, making them ideal for those who want a visually appealing plant without too much hassle. These plants can survive in dimly lit spaces and need only occasional watering.

8. Parlor Palm (Chamaedorea elegans)

The Parlor Palm is an elegant and classic choice for indoor plant lovers. It grows well in low light and requires very little attention, making it an excellent plant for beginners. Its soft, feathery leaves add a tropical touch to your space while also acting as a natural air purifier.

Tips for Maintaining Low-Light Indoor Plants

Avoid overwatering – Most Best Indoor Plants for Low Light do not require frequent watering. Water them only when the soil feels dry to the touch.

Wipe the leaves – Since these plants often grow in shaded areas, dust can accumulate on their leaves. Wipe them with a damp cloth to keep them looking fresh and healthy.

Rotate the plant – Even though they thrive in low light, rotating them occasionally helps ensure even growth.

Use well-draining soil – Proper drainage prevents root rot and keeps the plant healthy.

Conclusion

Indeed, one can have house plants even in a home office where there is a lack of sunlight. The above is the Best Indoor Plants for Low Light; these plants are easy to care for and breathe freshness and calm into the interiors. Whether it's a feature plant like Snake Plant or a cascading beauty like Pothos, these plants can thrive and be alive in even the darkest nooks.

For more information, visit : plantsforhome.com.

#plantsforhome #indoorplants #lowlight #bestindoorplants #plants

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tameblog · 4 months ago

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Indoor plants aren’t just for decorating your space. It has numerous benefits, which include improving air quality and uplifting your mood. If your apartment doesn’t have a sunny window, then don’t worry. There are a bunch of indoor plants that can be grown in low light. Proper care, occasional watering and timely pruning can help these low-light houseplants to flourish. Even a novice person can choose any of these indoor plants to start growing them successfully. Before that, I want you first to understand the difference between direct light, indirect light, low light and dark. Low-light, Indirect-light and Dark While reading about plant care, you might have gone through words like direct light and indirect light. When the sun rays directly touch your plant leaves, then it is regarded as a direct light spot. Most indoor plants may turn brown if you expose them to prolonged sunlight. Indirect light, as the name suggests, sunlight doesn’t touch the leaves directly. Instead, the plant is kept a little away from the window. Low light is the space in your room where the sun can’t reach, and it is a little shadowy. A dark room is a place where there is little to no sunlight. You might have to use grow lights to grow plants that require light. 29 Best Low-Light Indoor Plants for Your Home Based on the above explanation, assess the lighting conditions in your home. This helps to determine the best plant for your indoor space. Below listed are houseplants that can flourish in low-lighting conditions. In rare cases, you might have to use artificial light or grow lights to encourage dark foliage. 1. Ponytail Palm Ponytail Palm is a unique, drought-tolerant plant that thrives in low-light conditions. Despite its name, it is not a true palm but rather a succulent native to Mexico. Its thick, bulbous trunk stores water, making it highly resilient to infrequent watering and adaptable to various indoor environments. This slow-growing plant features long, cascading, curly green leaves that resemble a ponytail, giving it a striking and elegant appearance. Ponytail Palm can grow up to 3 to 4 feet indoors, making it a perfect low-maintenance choice for homes and offices. Also Read: 23 Houseplants that Can Survive with Almost Zero Sunlight 2. ZZ Plant ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) grows well in a dry environment and pushes the low-light limit to its extreme. Native to East Africa and Tanzania, where it thrives in heat and drought, ZZ has become a popular houseplant because of its tolerance for less-than-perfect conditions. ZZ features graceful stems bearing waxy, oval, dark green leaves and grows 2 to 3 feet tall. 3. Spider Plant Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) is a resilient and adaptable houseplant that thrives in low to moderate light. Native to South Africa, it is known for its long, arching green leaves with white variegation and its ability to produce baby plantlets. This air-purifying plant can grow up to 1 to 2 feet tall and wide, making it an excellent choice for hanging baskets or shelves. 4. Peace Lily Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum) is an elegant plant known for its lush green foliage and striking white blooms. Native to tropical regions of the Americas and Southeast Asia, it thrives in low-light conditions and helps improve indoor air quality. Peace Lilies grow up to 2 to 3 feet tall and require occasional watering to maintain their vibrant leaves and beautiful flowers. 5. Cast Iron Plant Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) lives up to its name, as it is one of the toughest houseplants available. Native to China and Japan, it tolerates low light, neglect, and a range of indoor conditions. With its dark green, strap-like leaves, this slow-growing plant reaches up to 2 feet in height, making it a perfect addition to dimly lit spaces. 6. Pothos Pothos (Epipremnum aureum), also known as Devil’s Ivy, is a hardy trailing plant that thrives in low-light environments. Native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, it requires minimal care and can grow in water or soil. Its heart-shaped leaves come in shades of green, gold, and variegated patterns, making it a stylish yet low-maintenance plant for any home. 7. Dracaena Dracaena (Dracaena spp.) is a group of plants known for their striking foliage and adaptability to indoor conditions. Native to Africa and tropical Asia, Dracaenas tolerate low light and irregular watering. With their upright growth and long, sword-like leaves, these plants can grow from 2 to 6 feet tall, making them ideal for adding vertical greenery to your space. 8. Ivy Ivy (Hedera helix), also known as English Ivy, is a versatile and fast-growing plant that thrives in low light. Native to Europe and Western Asia, it can grow in pots, hanging baskets, or as a climbing vine. Its trailing stems with lobed green leaves make it an elegant choice for indoor decor, and it also helps purify the air. 9. Mass Cane Mass Cane (Dracaena fragrans’ Massangeana’), also known as Corn Plant, is a popular low-light houseplant with striking yellow-striped leaves. Native to Africa, it thrives in indirect light and requires minimal watering. Its tall, cane-like stems and bushy foliage can grow up to 6 feet, making it a great floor plant for homes and offices. Also Read: 11 Best Indoor plants that Absorb CO2 Most Effectively 10. Calathea Calathea (Calathea spp.) is a stunning tropical plant known for its beautifully patterned leaves. Native to South America, it thrives in low-light environments with high humidity. With unique foliage that moves in response to light changes, Calatheas grow up to 2 feet tall, adding an artistic touch to indoor spaces. 11. Maidenhair Fern Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum) is a delicate, feathery plant that prefers low light and high humidity. Native to tropical and temperate regions, it thrives in bathrooms or kitchens with indirect light. Its soft, lacy green fronds grow up to 1 to 2 feet tall, making it an elegant choice for indoor greenery. 12. Dieffenbachia Dieffenbachia (Dieffenbachia spp.), also known as Dumb Cane, is a low-maintenance plant with large, variegated leaves. Native to Central and South America, it thrives in low to moderate light and adapts well to indoor conditions. This plant can grow up to 5 feet tall, adding a bold and tropical touch to any space. However, its sap can be toxic if ingested, so keep it out of reach of pets and children. 13. Prayer Plant Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura) is a striking houseplant known for its unique leaf movements, which fold up at night, resembling hands in prayer. Native to Brazil, it thrives in low-light conditions and appreciates high humidity. With its vibrant, patterned leaves, the Prayer Plant stays compact, reaching about 12 inches in height, making it ideal for desks or tabletops. 14. Parlor Palm Parlor Palm (Chamaedorea elegans) is one of the most popular indoor palms due to its ability to thrive in low light. Native to the rainforests of Mexico and Guatemala, it requires minimal care and helps purify the air. Growing up to 4 feet tall, this slow-growing plant features delicate, feathery fronds that add an elegant tropical touch to any indoor space. 15. Watermelon Peperomia Watermelon Peperomia (Peperomia argyreia) gets its name from its leaves, which resemble the rind of a watermelon. Native to South America, it thrives in low-light environments and requires minimal watering. This compact plant grows up to 12 inches tall, making it a perfect choice for small spaces, shelves, or office desks. 16. Staghorn Fern Staghorn Fern (Platycerium spp.) is a unique plant that grows well in low light and high humidity. Native to tropical regions, it is often mounted on wood or placed in hanging baskets. Its large, antler-like fronds make it a striking decorative plant that can grow up to 3 feet wide. 17. Arrowhead Plant Arrowhead Plant (Syngonium podophyllum) is an easy-to-grow houseplant with arrow-shaped leaves that come in various shades of green, pink, and cream. Native to Central and South America, it thrives in low-light environments. This vining plant can be grown as a trailing or bushy houseplant, reaching up to 3 feet in height. 18. Schefflera Arboricola Schefflera Arboricola (Schefflera arboricola), also known as the Dwarf Umbrella Tree, is a hardy indoor plant that tolerates low light and occasional neglect. Native to Taiwan, it features glossy, umbrella-like leaves. This bushy plant can grow up to 4 feet indoors and adds a lush, tropical vibe to any space. 19. Aloe Vera Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis) is a well-known succulent that is valued for its medicinal properties. Native to North Africa, it can adapt to low light but prefers bright, indirect sunlight. With thick, fleshy leaves filled with soothing gel, Aloe Vera grows up to 2 feet tall and is perfect for windowsills or tabletops. 20. Anthurium Anthurium (Anthurium andraeanum) is a beautiful flowering plant with glossy, heart-shaped leaves and vibrant red, pink, or white blooms. Native to tropical rainforests, it can tolerate low light but blooms best in bright, indirect light. Growing up to 2 feet tall, Anthurium adds a pop of colour and elegance to indoor spaces. 21. Chinese Evergreen Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema spp.) is one of the easiest houseplants to care for, thriving in low-light environments with minimal maintenance. Native to Asia, it features striking variegated leaves in green, silver, and red hues. This slow-growing plant reaches about 2 feet in height and is perfect for adding greenery to dimly lit rooms. 22. Yucca Cane Yucca Cane (Yucca gigantea) is a drought-tolerant plant known for its thick, woody stems and sword-like leaves. Native to Mexico and Central America, it adapts well to low-light conditions. With its tall, upright growth, Yucca Cane can reach up to 6 feet indoors, making it a great statement plant for corners or entryways. 23. Nerve Plant Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) is a small but stunning plant known for its deep green leaves with striking white, pink, or red veins. Native to South America, it thrives in low light and high humidity. This compact plant grows up to 12 inches tall and is ideal for terrariums, small pots, or as a desk plant. 24. Lucky Bamboo Lucky Bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana) is a popular indoor plant believed to bring good luck and positive energy. Native to Central Africa, it grows well in low light and can be kept in water or soil. With its flexible stalks and ability to be shaped into various designs, Lucky Bamboo grows up to 3 feet tall, making it a decorative and meaningful houseplant. 25. Tradescantia Zebrina Tradescantia Zebrina (Tradescantia zebrina), also known as Wandering Jew, is a fast-growing trailing plant with striking purple and silver-striped leaves. Native to Mexico, it adapts well to low light but thrives in bright, indirect light. This vining plant grows up to 2 feet long, making it an excellent choice for hanging baskets or shelves. 26. Monstera Monstera (Monstera deliciosa), also known as the Swiss Cheese Plant, is a tropical beauty known for its large, fenestrated leaves. Native to Central America, it can tolerate low light but thrives in bright, indirect sunlight. This fast-growing plant can reach up to 6 feet indoors, making it a bold statement piece in any home. 27. Snake Plant Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata), also called Mother-in-Law’s Tongue, is one of the most resilient houseplants, thriving in low light and requiring minimal watering. Native to West Africa, it is known for its upright, sword-shaped leaves. This air-purifying plant grows up to 4 feet tall, making it an excellent choice for improving indoor air quality. Must Read: 9 Reasons Why My Snake Plant Is Not Growing 28. Philodendron Philodendron (Philodendron spp.) is a low-maintenance houseplant with trailing or upright growth habits. Native to the tropical Americas, it thrives in low light and is highly adaptable. With its heart-shaped leaves and vining stems Philodendron can grow up to 6 feet long, making it perfect for hanging baskets or climbing structures. 29. Bird’s Nest Fern Bird’s Nest Fern (Asplenium nidus) is a unique, tropical fern with wavy, bright green fronds that resemble a bird’s nest. Native to Southeast Asia and Australia, it thrives in low light and high humidity. This slow-growing plant reaches up to 2 feet tall and is perfect for bathrooms or shaded indoor spaces. Don’t Miss: 19 Best Houseplants with Purple Leaves Conclusion Bringing greenery into your space doesn’t require bright sunlight or expert gardening skills. Many indoor plants thrive in low-light conditions, making them perfect for your apartments, offices, or dimly lit spaces. From resilient options like the Snake Plant and ZZ Plant to elegant choices like the Peace Lily and Parlor Palm, there’s a low-light plant for every preference and decor style. By selecting the right plants and providing proper care—such as occasional watering, well-draining soil, and a little humidity—you can enjoy the beauty and benefits of indoor greenery with minimal effort. Khaja Moinuddin, a computer science graduate, finds joy in gardening and homesteading. 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Sucker Punched

Before I even started "Chipped Away," I saw "Sucker Punched" complete and bleeding in front of me. Somehow, "Chipped" stepped in front of "Punched" but not because she craved the spotlight. More as Punched's protector and in much the same way as I step in front of my daughter.

Chipped has a longer history, a woman whose freedom's have been won and lost over a lifetime. A woman pulling pieces of herself back - but not as fast as she's being chipped away. And Chipped is graceful, ladylike, maternal. Easy to love. A safe target. Not so with Punched, a young, strong woman, who is under absurd attack and reacting viscerally.

Anyway, that's what I told myself...

But the truth of Sucker Punched drives slivers further under my fingernails each time I sit down to build her. It's not comfortable to dig a hole through her abdomen or model the blood spray behind her, but that's not what bothers me. The itchy reality is that Punched is dredging up all of the indoctrination ingrained in me, then gluing it all over her tiny frame.

Because she's young, strong, and doesn't know her place even after her guts are torn out, I want to warn her even as she fights back. Stop her, because this isn't acceptable - she won't be palatable.

Punched doesn't listen. She's pissed, vengeful, and taking front-facing action instead of slinking around in the shadows with a blowgun, or swimming under the boat and drilling holes. She's not pushing up her bra, flipping her hair, or batting her eyes. Women are poisoners, right? Not MMA fighters. It's simply unladylike.

I struggle with my inner voice while pulling her knees together. "Are her legs too far apart? Does she seem vulgar?" Criminently! The poor girl is just planting her feet to brace against a brutal, surprise attack on her rights, her dignity, her competence. And I'm worried the quarter dropped.

Are her breasts too large, too small, too obvious? Because, you know, that's what identifies her as a woman. Identifies her... Good grief! That's a whole other post.

Hmmm... I scrutinize her appearance as I peel the super glued wood chips from my fingers. Her legs are so powerful, her shoulders are wide, her arms, muscular. Is she not feminine enough? Does she even read as a woman? I need input.

A fellow artist offers feedback. "It'll be better when she has hair. Great hair covers a whole multitude of sins." My writing partner notes, "Chipped has wider hips. More womanly." Another observer points out that if she's been sucker punched, she should be doubled over, holding her gut, falling backward, not digging in her heels while reaching out for her attacker's throat. None of them are wrong - just making her point.

But the most insidious, destructive, dismantling, disintegrating speech surrounds her face - and it comes from me. "Leave the rest rough, suggested, imperfect. You can hide a lot of failures if she has a pretty face."

Ugh. Makes me cry.

I hate this in myself so much, sometimes I can't face her. I know that if she isn't beautiful enough, no one will look at her twice, listen to her struggle, or care for her plight. How much credence do I give this stupidity? How do I balance this transactional game in order to give her a chance to speak? Are not strength, self respect, and authenticity beautiful? (Is not the sheer feat of assembling muscles over bones out of wood chips and sawdust message enough?)

And this is the ugliness where the world of art and the world of commentary cross over. Her "attractiveness" burnishes MY reputation as an artist. I need this...this...arm candy. My work must serve me, elevate me, explain me as I, too, appropriate her fight, her resolve, or no one will listen to me. Me! Me! Me! And that right there is everything making me sick right now in the political landscape. But I digress.

Each night, after my time in the writing studio, a little work on my sound studio, and puttering in my gardens, I sit down at my art table and plunge into this swirling chaos of dogma versus change. I've shed so many tears over both "Chipped Away" and "Sucker Punched" that I don't know if I can stand in front of "Cornered," the third sculpture in this series, and dig through these entrails again. It stinks and in so many ways and for so many reasons, I'm sick of crying.

So, on a lighter note, the video below shows the delicate, if imprecise, work of building one of these wooden sculptures, "Sucker Punched." If you come closer, turn up the volume, and squint, you can almost hear the abrasive alarm every time I touch the side with the tweezers. "Like" if you get the reference! (Hint: you might not be old enough.) Subscribe to catch her debut. Scroll backward to see her sister, "Chipped Away," and of course, I love feedback so feel free to comment.

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