I have even nipped leaves from family and friends that live far away, and either kept them moist in a baggie for a long drive home, or carefully tended them in my lap on an airplane. Although I do have north facing windows, I find that they also enjoy the humidity in the bathroom. Our bathroom faces south, but DH put up shelves for me on either side of the window so they don't get direct sun.
So...start nipping those leaves and you will soon have a beautiful indoor garden!!!
Patti