Sorry for the super late reply, I've been really busy at work Yeah, I'm really concerned about the Scheff. It still looks the same. I was also thinking that the leaves aren't getting any water. When I repotted it, I didn't clean the roots which I think was one of the main mistakes I made. There also weren't a lot of roots, like it wasn't stringy roots like the ones from my flowers in my flowerbeds. I think another mistake I might have made was I used top soil instead of potting soil because I thought...well dirt is dirt, right? lol But from what I've read online maaaaybe I should have spent a little more for potting soil lol I did get rid of all of the dirt/mud from before. So I'm thinking.....maybe I need to repot it again using potting soil and clean the roots and maybe it will survive. I'm just kind of lost and frustrated but I really want the plant to live :( Btw, the Pothos is still looking great and is still growing new leaves so at least I saved it lol

As stated before, over watering is way more detramental to house plants than under watering. Over watering means the roots are wet to often and too long to take in any oxygen, which eventually causes rot. Anything, even cloth, if it stays wet too long will mold and rot. I have a huge plain green pothos, I water it approx every other week or so. It's in a plastic pot, so it doesn't dry out very fast. Also, mine does best in bright (no direct) light, so it doesn't dry out as fast. I sets on an old crock, just off the floor, which is cooler temps. Hanging plants (which most do with pothos) means warmer air, which means drying out faster. I think pothos are one of the easiest plants to grow, but my sis has a heck of a time growing them. But, she's an over-waterer too. Good luck, hope this helps, Maid~

Although your plant is called "Pothos" is it not truly a member of the genus Pothos. The plant is Epipremnum aureum which originated in the Solomon Islands according to aroid botanist Peter Boyce. It is now found in tropical locations all over the world and in Hawaii is considered an invasive species. I have a plant that has now reached almost 15 feet tall and the leaves are around 30 inches. They take on a completely different shape as they morph as a result of natural growth called ontogeny Just like you don't look like your own baby pictures any longer, the adult form of this plant looks nothing like the juvenile you are now growing. The species is tropical and loves high humidity, evenly damp soil and right light. It will survive in low light but it is really seeking bright light which is why it climbs. You can read more here including photos of adult leaves. Rather than grow as it would in nature the plant remains a juvenile for it entire life if kept in low light. Some sites claim your plant is Epipremnum pinnatum but scientifically that is a totally different plant. Steve Here is a link that might be useful: Epipremnum aureum (Golden Pothos)

We'll assume it's a Phal (most common orchid sold). 1. Yes, a small pot is OK. 2. Probably roots, it's OK too. 3a. A little more serious possibly, if it is the stem that used to hold the flowers that is normal, cut it back to within 1/2" to 1" of where it comes out of the main part of the plant. If it is not a flower stalk, we're probably talking about a different kind of orchid and you'll need to give us more info as far as how the plant looks and grows so we can determine the type (phal, dend, onc, catt, etc...) 3b. Brown roots are never good, be sure that when mom waters she takes it out of the pretty pot and lets the water run through the clear pot until finished dripping. Then put it back in the pretty pot. If out of the pretty pot, mom should run lots of water through it, way more than 1/3 cup, just let it run through completely until done dripping. Within 6" or so of an east facing window is good for a Phal. Good luck to your mom, Bob