Pothos (Epipremnumaureum) is a great beginner houseplant. Not only is it beautiful, but it's also very sturdy and forgiving ...

They can be a little dramatic sometimes ... "An overwatered pothos will have yellow, brown, or mushy leaves," says Nikolic. "Brown or black spots on the foliage are another sign of overwatering." ...

If brown spots start at the edge of the leaf and spread inward, they’re most likely caused by too little water. If the leaves are also drooping, that’s often a sign that the plant needs water.