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Why Are Pothos Leaves Turning Yellow? Causes and Solutions

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The causes of yellowing pothos leaves include improper watering, unsuitable temperature and improper lighting. If overwatered, water control should be carried out promptly and normal watering resumed; if the temperature is unsuitable, the temperature must be kept no lower than 10°C; if there is not enough light, place it in a spot with bright, indirect light to prevent strong sunlight from scorching the leaves.

1. Improper watering

Cause: Overwatering causes water to accumulate in the potting soil, hindering root respiration and possibly leading to root rot; if the plant lacks water, its edges will dry out and turn yellow, and old leaves will drop off.

Solution: If overwatered, promptly raise the plant and place it in a ventilated spot, and once the soil has dried out completely, just resume normal care; if the plant lacks water, water it promptly, once every 2-3 days.

2. Unsuitable temperature

Cause: Its optimum temperature is 20-28°C, and for overwintering in winter it must stay at least above 10°C, and the temperature must not be too low.

Solution: Keep the growing temperature within the optimum range, and do not let the indoor temperature drop below 10°C, otherwise the plant will stop growing.

3. Improper lighting

Cause: Growing it in a shady spot all the time causes the plant to lack nutrients and its leaves to shrivel; while in an environment with overly strong light, the leaves get scorched and turn yellow.

Solution: Provide some shade during the intense midday sun; do not keep it in a shaded indoor spot for long periods, and regularly expose it to light in a bright place such as a balcony.

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