Being one of the most common houseplants, and one of my favorite plants to watch grow, it would be wrong not to introduce my Golden Pothos first. It started out as a simple water propagation baby from my mom's 8-year-old plant, and its' longest vine now measures at about 3 and a half feet (not even giving credit for the times it has been cut for more propagated babies.) I have had the least difficulty with this plant overall, which is probably a big reason why I like them so much.
There are many different variations of Pothos, with the Golden Pothos known for its' heart-shaped green leaves, with some yellow variegation. The Jade Pothos, which has dark green leaves, and the Marble Pothos, with green and white leaves, are other popular variations for indoor plants. Pothos has the reputation of being pretty easy to care for, which makes it a good choice for people of all levels of plant experience.
Sunlight
Pothos prefer bright, indirect light but are tolerant of medium to low indirect levels of light. I have not found sunlight to be an issue with my Pothos, as long as there is some light entering the room.
Water
Pothos do not seem to be very picky with watering schedules. I water my Golden Pothos every few weeks or when I find that the soil is dry. When I notice that it is producing more new leaves than usual, I will give it a little boost with some more water.
Humidity
Pothos do not seem partial to any particular level of humidity, so I have never given mine any special treatment. An occasional mist when aiming for my more tropical plants has never hurt.
Temperature
Pothos will be comfortable in what I would consider an average house temperature. As long as it does not get too cold, there should not be many problems when it comes to temperature. I have not tried to grow mine outdoors.
Soil
A normal indoor potting mix should be fine for Pothos. I prefer to use soil that drains well since it is harder to recover from overwatering plants than underwatering. Soil drainage can be increased by adding perlite or lava rocks to your potting mix.
Common Problems
Pothos are generally quite problem-free. They will let you know if they are feeling underwatered by beginning to droop. Yellow leaves and black stems are a sign of overwatering, so the soil should be dried out fully before watering again. Pests and infestations can be managed by using neem oil.
In general, I love Pothos as houseplants and would recommend them to anyone interested in owning indoor plants! Because they are so easy to take care of, they are great for beginners or as gifts. If you have any additional thoughts or experience with Pothos, please share them in the comments below!
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