Dracaena trifasciata

A snake plant in a plain pot with a drainage hole Most houseplants gamble on the new owner's light and routine. This one barely notices: it grows in anything from a dim interior to full sun, and it wants the soil to dry out completely between waterings, so a hectic month of unpacking will not finish it off. Overwatering is what usually does. Pot it in plain white ceramic or natural terracotta and it fits any room. One real caveat: it is toxic to cats and dogs, so ask about pets first or choose another plant.