Not everyone is born with the proverbial green thumb. However, if you tend to be one that kills houseplants, you may want to switch the types of plants you’re choosing. Not all houseplants have the delicacy of an orchid or the finicky needs of an African violet. If you are a busy homeowner, you need plants that are tough as nails and can thrive-- even if you forget to water them. Here are the top 10 houseplants that are perfect for those who tend to have more of a brown thumb:

Bromeliads
If you appreciate houseplants with interesting foliage as well as blooms, you might consider bromeliads. Their leaves and flowers come in several appealing patterns and shades. You can put them in a sunny spot in your house and keep enough water on them for the soil to be moist. Bromeliads can brighten any little corner.

Aspidistra
Many unfortunate house plants find their demise in room that lack sufficient light. Aspidistra thrive in the shade and provide lovely, shiny foliage of green or variegated hues. If you forget to water them occasionally, they will still be quite forgiving.

ZZ Plant
Home owners who are looking for an exotic house plant that is a cinch to grow will love the ZZ plant. It has feathery leaves like a fern and produces unusual green fronds. It is a living conversational piece.

Soft-Leaf Yucca
Unlike the dagger-like spikes of its larger cousin, the soft-leaf yucca gives you the spikes without the hazards. Since it is a desert species, it does not require much water. This is a perfect plant for those who are busy and often neglect their houseplants.

Snake Plant
Also known as Mother-in-Law's Tongue, this hearty houseplant has been a favorite for generations. Whether you want towering leaves or a cultivar with small, compact leaves, the snake plant will thrive without much attention.

Mistletoe Cactus
This beautiful cactus is not just for the holidays! It has elegantly cascading stems that will add interest to any room in which you place it. The mistletoe cactus does not have dangerous needles, either.

Pothos
Every home needs a representation of the Queen of easy houseplants, the pothos. Its iconic, ivy-like leaves can be trained to grow up small poles and strings. This plant is also easy to propagate with cuttings, so you can share with family and friends.

Parlor Palm
Who says you have to live in the tropics to enjoy luscious houseplants? The Parlor palm has delicate fronds and verdant foliage that will make you feel like you have arrived in paradise. They do not mind if you are stingy with the water.

Haworthia: For an exotic plant that offers stunning choices of green and variegated leaves, this succulent is for you. It is a native of Africa and does not require a lot of attention to flourish.

Fiddle-Leaf Fig
If you have the space for a larger houseplant, you might want to check out the Fiddle-Leaf Fig. It can grow as high as your ceiling with breathtaking limbs of green leaves that resemble the shape of a violin. It is surprisingly easy to care for and gives you house a fresh, green look.