8 drought-tolerant, easy-care plants that still burst with growth even if a lazy gardener doesn't water them for a month

As we all know, for the vast majority of plants, a certain amount of water is a necessary condition for growth. If a plant does not absorb enough water, its growth will suffer or it may even die. So are there any plants that can survive even under relatively water-deficient conditions? Below I will introduce 7 drought-tolerant plants. If you want to grow some and do not want to manage them too much, you may find these worth considering.

Desert rose

The desert rose (Adenium obesum) is a relatively drought-tolerant and heat-tolerant plant. Its flowers are as bright and beautiful as those of a rose, and its branches and trunk have an elegant form. Many flower lovers are especially fond of it. In fact, it does not grow in desert regions, nor is it related to roses; it belongs to the succulent plants.

The desert rose is a tropical desert plant. It only needs occasional watering. It has a swollen caudex that stores a lot of water. In winter, watering once every 2 or 3 months is basically enough. It likes full sunlight and a warm environment, and it does not like frequent watering.

Snake plant

The snake plant (Sansevieria) is a desert plant, tolerant of drought and poor soil. Watering should be moderate, and it should not be kept too wet. Its requirements for soil are not very strict either; it can be planted in loose sandy soil and humus soil.

In autumn, be sure to let it come into contact with sunlight often, preferably placing it somewhere it can be directly exposed to light. If conditions do not allow that, then place it somewhere close to the sunlight. Being kept in a dark place for a long time will cause the leaves to turn yellow.

Crown of thorns

The crown of thorns (Euphorbia milii) is a sprawling shrub plant, also known as iron begonia, qilin flower or qilin thorn. It is a plant with a distinctive appearance, covered in thorns, and it can bloom almost all year round. Grown at home, it can do a great job of accenting the home environment.

The crown of thorns is a very drought-tolerant plant. It usually needs hardly any care. Place it in a sunny spot. When the weather turns cold in winter it will drop its leaves, but when the weather warms up again it will grow new leaves.

Keep the environment warm, the sunlight plentiful and the potting soil slightly dry, and it will bloom all year round.

Money tree

The money tree (Pachira aquatica) is also called the "money tree", and symbolizes abundance, peace and rolling in wealth. Many flower lovers place one or two pots of money tree at home.

99% of money trees die from root rot caused by overwatering. The humidity the money tree needs must not be too high, otherwise it will cause pathogens to breed.

For regular watering, just keep the soil moist. Especially when caring for semi-finished plants in winter, the soil in the pot must be kept appropriately dry; when watering, water only when the soil is dry and stop when it is moist. If there is even slight water accumulation, the whole plant can easily die.

Brazillian wood

Brazilian wood (Dracaena fragrans) is currently a rather popular large indoor potted foliage plant. Especially when placed in a relatively spacious living room, study or sitting room, it has an elegant, simple style with a touch of southern charm. It is a world-famous new-generation indoor foliage plant with a graceful, neat plant form.

The growth of Brazilian wood does not require too much water, but it has fairly high requirements for humidity. During the growing season, water must be sufficient, and the leaf surfaces should be misted, but water accumulation in the pot must be avoided. After autumn arrives, keeping the soil moist is enough; in winter, keep the soil half dry and half moist.

Jade plant

The jade plant (Crassula ovata) is a succulent shrub, evergreen all year round, and a very good green plant for home decoration. It is often placed in living rooms, on balconies and so on. If grown for more than 5 years, it produces white clustered flowers every year, and paired with its emerald-green leaves, it adds a touch more charm to the home environment.

The jade plant likes a warm, dry environment with plenty of sunlight. In spring and autumn, water about once every 2 days; in summer and winter, reduce watering and keep the inside of the pot appropriately dry.

Dragon tree

The dragon tree (Dracaena draco) is used a great deal in home decorating. Its leaves are long and narrow, its plant form is handsome, and some varieties have brilliantly colored leaves. It is very beautiful and has high ornamental value.

The dragon tree has fairly strong drought resistance. Do not water too much, so as to avoid the phenomenon of rhizome rot. Usually it is enough just to keep the potting soil slightly dry, and you can mist it more to supplement moisture.

ZZ plant

The ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) symbolizes bringing in wealth and treasure and high rank and honor. It grows emerald green and lush, appearing full of vitality. Kept at home, it is both attractive and wealth-attracting.

The ZZ plant has relatively high drought tolerance; the soil should just be slightly moist and on the dry side. Especially in winter, the potting soil must be kept in a slightly dry state, otherwise the plant's roots can easily rot and cause the whole plant to die.

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