8 Plants That Can Survive Without Water for Long Periods

Cacti: Desert plants that store water in their stems, allowing them to endure long dry spells

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Succulents: Aloe Vera, Jade Plant, and Echeveria: These plants have thick, fleshy leaves that retain water. They thrive in arid conditions

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Snake Plant: Known for its resilience, the snake plant can go weeks without water

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ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia): A hardy houseplant with waxy, water-storing leaves

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Spider Plant: Easy to care for and can tolerate infrequent watering. Does not need direct sunlight and just water once the soil is dry

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Rubber Plant (Ficus Elastica): Can survive without frequent watering due to its thick leaves that store moisture

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Pothos: A popular houseplant that can withstand neglect and survive with minimal water

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Bougainvillea: A drought-tolerant flowering plant that thrives in hot and dry conditions

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8 Plants That Can Survive Without Water for Long Periods

Cacti: Desert plants that store water in their stems, allowing them to endure long dry spells

Succulents: Aloe Vera, Jade Plant, and Echeveria: These plants have thick, fleshy leaves that retain water. They thrive in arid conditions

Snake Plant: Known for its resilience, the snake plant can go weeks without water

ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia): A hardy houseplant with waxy, water-storing leaves

Spider Plant: Easy to care for and can tolerate infrequent watering. Does not need direct sunlight and just water once the soil is dry

Rubber Plant (Ficus Elastica): Can survive without frequent watering due to its thick leaves that store moisture

Pothos: A popular houseplant that can withstand neglect and survive with minimal water

Bougainvillea: A drought-tolerant flowering plant that thrives in hot and dry conditions

Photos from Rohit Bal's Final Show