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One of the many things that the writing center is known for besides its marvelous tea, warm lighting, and of course its amazing consultants is the various plants on the windowsills. I chose to rate some of the plants within our writing center based off of their color scheme, leaf shape and texture, size, and what they remind me of. I also received feedback from fellow consultants on what their favorite plants were and why. However, don't be envious of the plants shown because you may have the opportunity to have one of your very own. Our director Jane is the propagation queen and often hosts potting parties where she distributes the wealth of plants to anyone who wants one, so be on the lookout for our next one!

Moses in the Bulrushes

Rating: 7/10 

• This plant has a great color scheme between the deep green and fuchsia hues within the leaves. It provides a tropical escape within the writing center due to its wide leaves and small flowering sections.

Chlorophytum comosum 

Aka. Spider Plant

Rating: 9/10

• The adorable baby spider plant in the picture is why the rating is so high. I personally have one of these plants in my room and its long striped leaves add movement to any space. Although I am not a fan of spiders by any means this plant is one of my favorites. 

Jelly Beans 

Rating: 8.5/10 

• This cute little succulent received a high rating due to its cute little nubbins. If this plant had a former life I feel that it would have been a pine tree as they take similar shapes. 

• Fun Fact: this is CWC’s SUPERSTAR Ally Roeker’s favorite plant 

Epipremnum aureum

Aka. Golden Pothos

Rating: 8/10

• This pothos is a star behind the scenes here in the CWC. The broad patterned leaves are show-stopping, while the plant itself is not the star of the show. Its small size and few leaves allow it to attract a select crowd based on its beauty. 

• Emerson Porter’s Favorite Plant - “it reminds me of an ugly vegetable surrounded by favorable ones and that’s why I love it” 

Tradescantia chrysophylla

Aka. "Baby Bunny Bellies" or "Speedy Jenny"

Rating: 12/10

• This plant is by far my favorite plant in the writing center. Its drawn-out vines and dichromatic leaves make this plant a vision. It is also a crowd favorite when it comes time for the CWC planting party.

• I have a clipping of this in my room which has grown beautifully and is beginning to drop off of the lips of the pot it is in.