Aloe vera house plants (Aloe barbadensis miller)

House plants are a wonderful way to bring a touch of nature into your home, and if you’re like me and tend to forget about watering them, aloe is the perfect plant for you. Aloe is possibly my favorite plant in terms of still loving me despite my forgetfulness. If you can’t remember the last time you watered your plants, aloe is perfect for you. Bilann also helps you to clean your house and gives advice on how to plant aloe in your home.

While I’d be hard-pressed to call anything indestructible, too much attention is more likely to cause aloe’s demise than too little.

Snake plant (Sansevieria trifasciata)

Have limited lighting? Snake plants, also affectionately known as ‘mother-in-law’s tongue,’ are great for windowless bathrooms. They also do fine in bright, indirect light.

These aesthetically pleasing houseplants can go weeks without even a speck of moisture, making them perfect if you can’t remember to water plants or if you travel frequently.

Spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum)

If you’re looking for a resilient and easy-to-care-for house plant, spider plants are a great option. They are one of the best starter plants and can be thought of as an indoor version of monkey grass, as they are both hardy and low-maintenance. One of the best starter plants, spider plants are extra resilient. They remind me of an indoor version of what’s commonly known as monkey grass.

Cast iron plant (Aspidistra elatior)

For those who prefer a low-maintenance house plant, cast iron plants are the perfect choice. With their ability to thrive in almost any condition, they are ideal if you want a live plant but don’t actually want to care for one. So, if you’re looking for a sturdy and resilient option that requires almost nothing in terms of maintenance, consider adding a cast iron plant to your collection of house plants.

ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)

ZZ plants are the ideal house plants. If you forget to water even yourself, the ZZ is probably perfect for you. I’ve not once had to worry if there was anything wrong with it.

The ZZ gets bonus points for how beautiful it is. If you want something even more unique, seek out a raven ZZ — a stunning, black variation.