Have your affairs with plants always been short-lived? Do you recently forget to give them water and light and then exclaim because they shrivel up? Is your schedule too tight for a little plant care? Then there are three plants that are hard to kill!

Columnea gloriosa

Columnea gloriosa also referred to as the Goldfish Plant. This has fiery-red flowers and purplish hairy leaves. All you need to do is water it sparingly and feed with a liquid fertilizer once a month.

Ceropegia Woodi

Ceropegia Woodi is also known as the Rosary Vine. This has stunning heart-shaped leaves. Simply water sparingly and feed with fertilizer once a month during the active growth period.

Rhapis Excelsa

Rhapis Excelsa is commonly known as the Lady Palm because it has fan-leafed palms. Simply place on a tray of moist pebbles and water moderately. Feed with fertilizer once a month.

All these three plants are very decorative, so if you fancy adding a green touch to your house without having to bother with the green fingers, these are the plants for you!


This post addresses a common problem for people who struggle to keep houseplants alive due to forgetfulness or busy schedules. The author recommends three exceptionally hardy plants that require minimal care and are difficult to kill. The first is Columnea gloriosa (Goldfish Plant), which features fiery-red flowers and purplish hairy leaves and only needs sparse watering and monthly liquid fertilizer. The second option is Ceropegia Woodi (Rosary Vine), distinguished by its beautiful heart-shaped leaves and requiring the same low-maintenance care routine.

Finally, Rhapis Excelsa (Lady Palm) offers elegant fan-shaped leaves and thrives with moderate watering on a tray of moist pebbles plus monthly feeding. The author emphasizes that all three plants are highly decorative, making them perfect for anyone wanting to add greenery to their home without needing advanced gardening skills.