Many of us love the idea of creating an indoor garden filled with houseplants. But let’s be honest, sometimes we forget to water our plants for weeks on end. What’s great about some houseplants is that there are plenty that don’t need frequent watering. In fact, some of these resilient plants can go weeks, or even months, without a drop of water.
If you’re the type of plant parent who struggles to remember watering schedules, these plants are perfect for you. They can bounce back after periods of neglect or rely on their own reserves to survive.
String of Pearls
The String of Pearls, also called Curio Rowleyanus, is a distinctive trailing succulent. It thrives in dry conditions and needs very little water to remain healthy. This plant enjoys soaking up sunlight and cascading gracefully over the edge of its pot.
However, it doesn’t like being overly wet or sitting in water for extended periods. In fact, overwatering is the most common cause of problems with String of Pearls, so it’s essential to keep its watering to a minimum.
Jade Plant
Jade Plants are succulent rock stars who thrive in bright light and need water only when the soil dries out. They can go for long periods without water, especially in winter. Their thick, glossy leaves store water, allowing them to withstand drier indoor environments.
ZZ Plant
The ZZ plant is beautiful, with thick, waxy leaves that store water well. Give your ZZ plant a good drink of water, then let it dry out between waterings.
Aloe Vera
The aloe vera plant is well known for its incredible healing properties. If you have a minor burn or skin irritation, break off a piece of an aloe vera leaf, and the gel inside can soothe and heal your skin. As a houseplant, Aloe vera plants thrive in bright, indirect light. It likes its soil on the drier side, and you only need to water it when the soil has completely dried out.
Haworthia
Haworthia is a favorite for mixed succulent arrangements due to its compact size and tendency to form dense colonies as it multiplies. The plant produces bloom stalks that rise from its center, while its leaves, arranged in a spiral, create a visually appealing and symmetrical look. The striking white stripes on the dark green leaves give it a distinctive zebra-like pattern, making it a standout indoor succulent worth growing.
Ponytail Palm
The Ponytail Palm, a succulent from the
Dracaena
Dracaena plants are visually stunning and make fantastic indoor air purifiers. They prefer bright, indirect light and should be watered when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
String of Hearts
The string of hearts, or Ceropegia woodii, is a hanging plant known for its delicate, heart-shaped leaves. This low-maintenance plant thrives in indirect sunlight and prefers infrequent watering.
Peanut Cactus (Echinopsis chamaecereus)
This easy-to-grow succulent features long stems with an elongated, finger-like, or peanut-shaped appearance. As a young plant, it resembles a peanut, but as it matures, it takes on a finger-like form. When this cluster blooms, it bursts into a vibrant display of bright orange-red flowers, sprouting from multiple stems simultaneously. This succulent thrives in full sun and requires more water during summer, making it well-suited for Zones 9 to 11.
Rubber Plant
Rubber Plants make a statement with their large, glossy leaves and can grow in bright, indirect light, but should not be overwatered. They prefer their soil to dry out between waterings, making them relatively easy to care for.
Snake Plant
Snake plants can survive with little light and water, ideal for those who often forget to water or are frequently away. They are known for their ability to withstand neglect for extended periods. Snake plants also improve indoor air quality, making them a practical choice for any home.
Spider Plant
Known for their air-purifying qualities, Spider plants are highly resilient. They can thrive in a variety of light conditions, from low to bright indirect light, making them perfect for beginners. They require minimal watering and can recover quickly if neglected for a while.
Pothos Plant
Pothos plants are capable of growing in a wide range of lighting conditions, and are forgiving if you occasionally overwater or underwater them. They are ideal for those unsure about their watering habits, thriving on neglect. The pothos plant’s cascading vines make it a beautiful, low-maintenance addition to the home.
