9 Beginner Houseplants For Anyone Who Kills Everything They Touch

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Snake plants are your go-to if you constantly forget to water your plants. With over 70 species, the most common being Sansevieria trifasciata and S.

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Snake Plants

Spider plants are great for beginners because they can adapt to a variety of light conditions, though they do prefer direct sunlight.

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Spider Plants

ZZ plants (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) are perfect for those who feel they just can’t keep any plant alive

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ZZ Plants

Pothos, often referred to as devil's ivy, is another tough-to-kill plant. They love dry soil, meaning you don't have to worry if you miss a few waterings

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Pothos

Aloe plants are not only easy to maintain but also offer medicinal benefits. Although they need the right conditions to thrive

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Aloe Plants

If you’re known to neglect your plants, ponytail palms are a great choice. These charming plants aren’t actually palms but are part of the agave family. 

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Ponytail Palms

Peperomia plants are adaptable and make excellent companions for work desks. With over 1,000 species, some common household varieties include Peperomia caperata and P.

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Peperomia

Philodendrons require a little more attention than some of the other plants on this list but are still great for beginners.

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Philodendrons

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