Buy one of these and expect it to live a long time without much effort
Jade Plant - symbolizes wealth and prosperity (also called a "money plant"). Indirect light and water when dry.
African Milk Tree - cactus like, it likes a range of light conditions and infrequent watering. Can be toxic to humans and pets.
Aloe Vera - six hours of sunlight and water when soil is dry
Snake Plant - tolerates low light conditions and infrequent watering
Monstera - tolerates low light and less water
Spider Plant - can handle periods of drought and a range of lighting
Holiday/Christmas Cactus - bright light to encourage flowers and let soil dry between waterings
Purple Shamrock - sunny spot and occasional watering (not pictured above)