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@TexanExpat avatar @TexanExpat · 1Y
Anthropomorphism and thinking of your plant as a high maintenance friend. Anthropomorphism (ˌan(t)-thrə-pə-ˈmÈŻr-ˌfi-zəm) Merriam-Webster Dictionary refers to the attribution of human traits,emotions, or intentions to non-human entities. It's a common human tendency, seen throughout history in mythology and storytelling, where animals and even objects are depicted with human characteristics. But how does this relate to our houseplants? The urge to talk to our plants, give them names, or imagine them feeling happy or sad is a form of anthropomorphism.While seemingly whimsical, it can unlock a powerful tool for plant care: mindfulness. The Link Between Anthropomorphism and Mindfulness: The decision to see our plants as living beings with needs motivates us to be more attentive. Instead of simply watering on Wednesdays, we become plant detectives. We observe subtle changes in leaf color, drooping stems, or signs of pests with a heightened sense of awareness. This is mindfulness in action – a present-moment focus on observing our plants without judgment. From Observation to Breakthrough: Mindfulness goes beyond just noticing changes. It encourages us to analyze these cues critically. A drooping plant isn't just "sad," it might be thirsty, lacking light, or battling root rot. By actively connecting these observations to potential causes – like recent changes in watering or light exposure – we can identify the underlying problem. Unlocking Mysteries: Consider the quintessential Karen of the plant world, the Fiddle Leaf Fig. (well IMHO, a tie with calathea). For weeks, a given fig can have drooping leaves. Increased watering doesn’t resolve the issue. Different light source, still no improvement. However an approach using mindfulness would consider the greater context such as a recent repotting. Bingo! The roots were crammed, restricting water flow. A thoughtful repotting, and the plant perks up. The Takeaway: Talking to your plants might seem silly, but the underlying concept – anthropomorphic mindfulness – can be a game-changer for plant care. By viewing our plants as living things with needs and actively analyzing the cues they offer, we can cultivate a thriving indoor jungle, filled with happy and healthy plants, even the "fussy" ones. Who knows, you might just have a breakthrough with a plant that has been struggling for a long time, all thanks to the power of mindful observation. But then there is always the other side to consider
 Take my philodendron dark lord. What a menacing posture it exhibits. It makes me wonder whether its namesake is “the Dark Lord” and that body language and expession? Already a megalomaniac. I had this plant in my bedroom one night and just cloud not shake this feeling it was already plotting my demise. And that countenance. Could it be any clearer: when I am grown up I wills be your overload. I knew I shouldn’t have given it a vantage point so high above 
 #PhilodendronDarkLord #MyPlantWantsToBeInternetFamous #PlantCare #GreenThumb #IndoorGardening #UrbanJungle #GregGang #CentralTexasGang #SanAntonioGregGang #GreggersSupportingGreggers #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddicts #plantdad
@RealSimpleMama avatar @RealSimpleMama · 2Y
So, Voldemort needs assistance.
@PoisonIvys avatar @PoisonIvys · 2Y
#HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #PlantID #madscientist #evilgenius #CollectingPlantStuff #Philodendron #PhiloFlock #PhilodendronPinkPrincess #PhiloAddict #PhilodendronDarkLord #EpicQuestForTheRoyalCourt #TipsandTricks I randomly decided to collect the “Royal Court” of Philodendrons. Usually that’s the 3 whites, White Princess, White wizard and White knight. While I was looking into those I came across another collection that’s seeming to become popular lately and I kind of adore it, just quietly. I don’t usually like There’s been a few bumps collecting the expanded addition, like figuring out which Philos are the royals and which aren’t
.. So far on my Epic Quest For The Royal Court I have discovered: # 1 and # 4 are the same plant, dark lord is the new name for Ace/king of spades. # 5 and # 8 are the same plant, a burgundy princess is a reverted pink princess. # 7 and # 9 are both new plants, Bloody Mary and Painted lady weren’t part of the court until recently. # 6 Philodendron Emerald King is sometimes marketed as an Green Emerald # 7 Philodendron Bloody Mary is sometimes marketed as Black Majesty So far I have collected 6 of the Royal court! Dark Lord White Wizard White Princess Pink Princess Prince of Orange White Knight Now I wouldn’t have copped the nickname Poison Ivy if there wasn’t a little mad science involved
 just a touch! Promise! #experimenttime After coming across this new info, I have come up with a few planty experiments. Nothing too crazy just playing with light levels and seeing the plants reactions really. I will be doin my best to get hold of another lighter dark lord or try and hunt down an old school king of spades and beg for a cutting as well as a burgundy princess. I’m assuming both plants will do their natural thing and regain some of their lighter colours if they’re put with the rest under the same lighting. The idea to is to attempt to find at least another dark lord and 2 burgundy princesses. Then I can have 1 of each in different lighting conditions and see what they do 🧐đŸ€Ș Pink Princess has stable variegation and is known for lightening in colour when given lots of bright indirect light, so my hypothesis is that a burgundy will regain most of its lighter colouring if it’s grown next to a Pink Princess under the same lighting. There isn’t a lot of info about the Dark Lord which is frustration at it’s finest having not 1 but 2 plant names for an older hybrid and neither gives me any good info. My hypothesis for this plant being green and not variegated is it would lighten with enough light to look like the greener leaf depicted as King of Spades.
@yasplants avatar @yasplants · 3Y
My #philodendrondarklord is looking so good!