Keeping plants at home can brighten your space, improve air quality, and even boost your mood. But not everyone has a green thumb, and sometimes life gets too busy to remember daily watering. Luckily, some houseplants are virtually indestructible. Here are five of the toughest survivors:
1. Snake Plant (Sansevieria)
With upright, sword-like leaves, the snake plant is nearly indestructible. It can survive weeks without water, tolerate low light, and even improve indoor air quality. Perfect for beginners, it’s practically a “set it and forget it” plant.
2. ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)
The ZZ plant is another low-maintenance superstar. Its water-storing rhizomes allow it to go weeks without watering. It thrives in low light and is almost impossible to kill, making it ideal for offices or dim corners at home.
3. Succulents
Succulents like aloe vera and jade plants store water in their leaves, which allows them to survive long stretches without attention. Beyond being drought-tolerant, many succulents have added benefits like air purification and, in the case of aloe, medicinal properties.
4. Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
Also known as Devil’s Ivy, pothos is a hardy trailing vine. It only needs water when the soil is completely dry. Its cascading leaves are visually appealing, making it a perfect decorative option for shelves, hanging baskets, or even offices.
5. Dracaena (Dracaena species)
Dracaena is a low-maintenance plant with slender stems and lush foliage. It tolerates low light and infrequent watering, making it a great choice for corners of your home or workspaces that don’t receive much sunlight.
In short: If you’re forgetful or just starting your plant-parent journey, these five resilient plants—Snake Plant, ZZ Plant, Succulents, Pothos, and Dracaena—will thrive with minimal care while adding life and greenery to your space.
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