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[vanamoinen1]

To Ganoderma: nice list of windowsill plants, which I'll add to:

Orchids, esp. Phalaenopsis and Paphiopedilums--these things are like cactuses, frankly--the more you ignore them, the better they grow. The Phals. are fine in relatively low light situations like in offices etc. As to the Paphs, there are species/hybrids for almost every lighting situation. Water them when you remember to and they produce blooms that last for months. Cattleya- and Oncidium-alliance plants are also great picks, although they're so common, I don't focus on them (I like unusual plants as a rule).

If you have a cool greenroom or conservatory/greenhouse, Camellias make GREAT plants that can be brought into the while they're in full bloom so that you can enjoy them--back to the greenhouse or outdoor patio when they've finished.

Brugmansias are also a good pick where you have lots of light--a single blossom fills the room with a very sweet fragrance. Out in Calif, they're grown as outdoor plants and easily become medium-sized trees, but I grow mine in large pots and trim them to keep them about 8' tall.

Pitcher plants to control gnats--fungus gnats are a pain.

Hope that gives you some ideas.