20 Really Beautiful Drought Tolerant Houseplants

Here is the list of Really Beautiful Drought Tolerant Houseplants that will thrive indoors even if you forget to water them at times!

Are you someone who forgets to take care of your plants? Do you want to grow specimens that are forgiving? Here’s a list of some Really Beautiful Drought Tolerant Houseplants that you can grow without worrying much about their watering needs!

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Really Beautiful Drought Tolerant Houseplants

1. Snake Plant

Botanical Name: Sansevieria trifasciata

Its thick, tall, striped foliage in green and yellow shades with horizontal stripes makes this a popular indoor plant. The snake plant is low-maintenance and thrives on neglect.

Here are some awesome snake plants benefits you should know about

2. Chinese Money Plant

Botanical Name: Pilea peperomioides

This plant is a symbol of good luck and friendship. The coin-shaped round foliage looks great in any home decor style and the plant hates overwatering.

Have a look at some great Pilea types here

3. Ponytail Palm

Botanical Name: Beaucarnea recurvata

This drought-tolerant beautiful looking palm is actually succulent. The delicate curly foliage with a foot-like trunk gives it a striking look.

4. Jade Plant

Botanical Name: Crassula ovata

When it comes to caring jade plants are not fussy, they are drought-tolerant and store water in their fleshy leaves. They prefer indirect light and well-draining soil.

Check out our article on different types of jade plants here

5. Bunny Ear Cactus

Botanical Name: Opuntia microdasys

This drought-tolerant beautiful indoor cactus variety showcases two pads like a bunny’s ear that are patterned with glochids or brown prickles.

Have a look at some great indoor cacti here

6. Pothos

Botanical Name: Epipremnum aureum

Pothos are beautiful, air-purifying, and forgiving in nature. This low-maintenance vine can be grown anywhere in bright indirect sunlight. It can tolerate occasional drought.

Check out our article on types of pothos to grow indoors here

7. Dragon Tree

Botanical Name: Dracaena marginata

The impressive slender and green fronds of this tree make a statement with red contrasting edges. It doesn’t ask for frequent watering and thrives in bright, indirect light.

Here are some great Dracaena varieties to grow indoors 

8. Swiss Cheese Plant

Botanical Name: Monstera deliciosa

Monstera deliciosa features beautiful large leathery leaves patterned by oblong cuts. This drought-tolerant plant does well with occasional watering.

Here’s how you can grow Monstera in water

9. Strings of Pearls

Botanical Name: Senecio rowleyanus

This attractive trailing succulent cascade beautifully over the rims of the planter and create beautiful scenery. The fleshy green pearl-like foliage needs occasional watering.

Have a look at some beautiful trailing succulents here

10. Devil’s Backbone

Botanical Name: Pedilanthus tithymaloides

This beautiful, super easy plant exhibit variegated leaves on zig-zag patterned stems. It only needs bright light and water only when the soil dries out.

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11. Sago Palm

Botanical Name: Cycas revoluta

This beautiful, durable, easy to care houseplant can bring a touch of tropics to any decor. The leathery dark green fronds prefer well-drained soil and occasional watering.

12. Cast Iron Plant

Botanical Name: Aspidistra elatior

Popular for indestructible nature, this hard-to-kill beautiful houseplant withstands low humidity, light, and infrequent watering.

13. Ox Tongue

Botanical Name: Gasteria bicolor

Gasteria bicolor is a beautiful houseplant with roughly-textured, grey-green leaves and pink-red flowers bloom during spring. It survives in low water for long duration.

14. ZZ Plant

Botanical Name: Zamioculcas zamiifolia

ZZ plant offers beautiful leathery, stiff, and glossy foliage. This drought-tolerant plant prefers bright light and occasional watering for optimum growth.

Have a look at some fantastic ZZ plant benefits here

15. Panda Plant

Botanical Name: Kalanchoe tomentosa

The soft, silvery foliage of the panda plant with furry texture is fun to look at. It likes bright light and water when the soil dries out.

Check out our article on beautiful Kalanchoe varieties here

16. Corn Plant

Botanical Name: Dracaena fragrans

The strap-like leaves of the plant resemble that of corn, hence the name. It is an easy to care houseplant and does well with less watering.

17. Golden Barrel Cactus

Botanical Name: Echinocactus grusonii

The large globular ball of green and yellow delight is what makes this cactus simply stunning to look at. It’s a slow grower and has low water requirements.

18. Wax plant

Botanical Name: Hoya carnosa

The dark green veins on its light green foliage offer a beautiful look. It also grows star-shaped flowers and requires watering every few weeks.

19. Rubber Plant

Botanical Name: Ficus elastica

The rubber plant is an excellent indoor specimen, thanks to its adaptable nature. Its large leaves look beautiful and are also potent in cleaning indoor air.

Have a look at some great rubber plant benefits here

20. Yucca

Botanical Name: Yucca

This slow growing plant is extremely drought tolerant. The plant looks beautiful with its slender leaves of light green shade. Keep it at a sunny spot and watch it thrive!