India, Nov. 28 -- I have been hunting for plants that do not ask for too much, and after sorting my way through indoor picks for dark corners along with balcony veggies that give you fresh spinach and methi in about a month, I felt the pull towards succulents. The long-lived ones intrigued me most. The idea of a plant that stays with you for years makes upkeep easier and saves you from swapping pots each season. For someone like me, that feels like a small win, and it fits neatly into a more sustainable way of adding greenery at home. This guide rounds up eight options that can stay with you for decades with steady, simple care.

This plant has a strong presence in many homes and forms a thick, woody base as it grows older. It is often sp...