Artwork Title: "Whispers of Rain on Mossy Walls"
Source: Yu Kwang-chung's "Listen to the Cold Rain"
Original Line: "Listening to the rain in an old house, the drops fall on the stone steps, overgrown with moss."
Author's Background:
Yu Kwang-chung (1928–2017) was a prominent Taiwanese essayist and poet of the modern era. His writing excelled in sensory experiences, adept at weaving sounds, scents, humidity, and memories into vivid imagery. "Listen to the Cold Rain" is considered the most representative "auditory writing" in Chinese prose, transforming the sound of rain into a tangible presence that can be savored and revisited.
Simplified Explanation:
One listens to the rain quietly from indoors. The raindrops fall onto the stone steps, and over time, moss grows on the stones, leaving behind the traces of time.
Interpretive Explanation:
This scene draws inspiration from the concept of "listening to the rain on stone steps."
The upright stone formation serves as the centerpiece, evoking the stone steps before an old house. The moss wall behind resembles a wall perpetually damp, absorbing light, retaining moisture, and muffling sound. The moss is not spread uniformly but is concentrated where moisture would naturally linger, allowing the stone surface to retain a sense of weight and emptiness.
Plants grow close to the stones, like subtle details revealed only after the rain. The overall composition lacks the vibrancy of a typical landscape; instead, it captures the lingering dampness between stone and moss after the rain has ceased. This is not about watching the rain, but standing before the mossy wall, imagining the sound of rain gently falling on the stone steps.
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Plant Description | Solanum Guatemalense (Ecuadorian Nightshade)
The leaves of the Solanum guatemalense are thick and covered in fine fuzz, which helps reduce water loss and diffuse light. This is a natural adaptation to humid, low-light environments. The deep green foliage has a stable texture, and when grown close to the stones, it resembles shadows left on a rock face after the rain, subtle yet present. It doesn't stand out for its flowers but enriches the overall landscape with quiet, enduring layers through its leaf texture and form.
| Product Dimensions |
15cm (L) x 15cm (W) x 25cm (H) Ultra-clear Suspended Tank
20cm (L) x 20cm (W) x 30cm (H) Ultra-clear Suspended Tank
Features: Ultra-clear high-definition glass, suspended design, crystal chamfered edges, transparent silicone sealant (includes acrylic ventilation cover).
| Product Contents |
Pine bark, Solanum guatemalense, Baby Fern, Red Leaf Clubmoss, Maple Leaf Creeping Fig, Green Feather Moss, Lamp Moss, White Hair Moss, Red Volcanic Gravel.
(Product images are for reference only. Plant species will be adjusted appropriately based on availability and current plant condition.)
| Care Instructions |
Provide ample diffused light, at least 8 hours per day; avoid direct sunlight.
Use misting to maintain humidity within the basin; do not submerge the plants in water.
Use filtered water (drinking water); do not use tap water.
Ensure good air circulation and place in a cool, shaded area; avoid hot, stuffy environments.
A watering bottle and care instructions are included with your purchase.
For maintenance and repair inquiries, please refer to: Moss Care Service
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| Purchase Notes |
※ Moss and succulent plant varieties will be adjusted according to stock and season.
※ As the products are handmade, they will not be identical to the photos.
※ The ecological basin requires ongoing personal care.
※ For custom special requests, please contact us.
| After-Sales Service |
We offer maintenance services for our moss ecological basins. Brand clients enjoy exclusive benefits:
Purchases made after 2025 are entitled to one complimentary repair. Existing clients receive their first maintenance service at half price.
You can also apply for the "Old Tank Trade-in Discount Program" if you wish to upgrade your setup.
Please refer to the maintenance service page for detailed information.
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