8 Low-Maintenance Houseplants That Even You Can’t Kill

If you’ve ever looked at a crispy, shriveled plant on your windowsill and thought, how did this even happen?—this one’s for you. Not everyone’s a plant whisperer. Some of us forget to water. Some of us overdo it. Some of us… well, let’s just say plants in our homes are basically living on borrowed time.

But here’s the good news: not all houseplants are drama queens. Some are practically begging you to leave them alone. They don’t need misting schedules, mood lighting, or daily pep talks. They’re the real ones—chill, forgiving, and almost impossible to mess up.

So if you’ve got a track record of turning green things brown, these 8 low-maintenance plants might actually stand a chance with you.

1. Snake Plant (a.k.a. Mother-in-Law’s Tongue)

This one practically thrives on neglect. You can forget to water it for weeks, and it’ll still sit there looking sharp and smug. It’s got tall, stiff leaves with cool patterns, and it’s basically unkillable unless you drown it.

Also? It doesn’t need much light. Pop it in a corner and call it a day.

2. ZZ Plant

Glossy, dark green leaves that look fake—in the best way. The ZZ is like the plant version of a low-maintenance best friend: it doesn’t need much, doesn’t complain, and still looks great even when you ignore its texts (er, watering needs).

It’s also super chill about light, so it’s great for those kinda-dim corners of your place.

3. Pothos (the vine that won’t quit)

If this plant were a person, it would be that friend who always bounces back no matter how chaotic things get.

Pothos is a trailing vine that grows fast, looks lush, and doesn’t care if you forget about it. Water it when it starts to droop. Snip a piece off and stick it in water? Boom—new plant. It basically clones itself.

4. Spider Plant

It’s got spiky, stripy leaves and sends out these little “babies” that look like mini versions of itself—so yes, it kind of reproduces like a gremlin.

But what’s even better? You can totally ignore it for a while, and it’ll keep going. Plus, it’s one of those plants that helps clean the air (you know, for vibes).

5. Peace Lily
Want a plant that actually tells you when it needs water? The Peace Lily droops dramatically when it’s thirsty—like, full soap-opera faint. But the second you give it a drink, it perks back up like nothing happened.

Oh, and it blooms indoors. Cute little white flowers. Zero effort.

6. Cast Iron Plant

The name says it all. This one’s basically indestructible. Low light? Fine. Missed a few waterings? No biggie. Doesn’t mind being pot-bound either.

It’s not flashy, but it is dependable—which might be exactly what you need.

7. Chinese Evergreen

Patterned leaves, slow grower, easygoing as heck. Chinese Evergreens do better with a little light but don’t freak out if you put them in a shady spot. They’ll still survive.

They’re also cool with uneven watering schedules (read: forgetfulness).

8. Aloe Vera

It’s a plant and a first-aid kit. Break off a leaf and use the gel for burns or skin stuff, and in the meantime? It basically takes care of itself.

It needs a sunny spot and not too much water. Think cactus vibes.

The Bottom Line?

You don’t have to be a plant expert—or even particularly responsible—to keep something green and alive in your space. With the right plants, you can get that lush, cozy, I-have-my-life-together look… without, you know, actually having your life 100% together.

Got a favorite no-fuss plant? Or a horror story about one you somehow managed to kill? Share it in the comments—we’ve all been there.