Fittonia

Also known as "Nerve Plant" or "Mosaic Plant", this tropical house plant is identifiable by its bright, delicate veins that contrast beautifully against its dark green foliage. Fittonia is a low-growing plant which makes it perfect for hanging baskets and terrariums. Like most people, this beautiful plant likes to be dramatic and is known to wilt if they don't receive the right amount of watering but quickly bounce back with a little attention.

Plant Type

Foliage
Foliage plants are recognized for their striking, decorative, and show-stopping leaves. Add them to your home for a touch of greenery and cleaner air.

Plant Feature

Kid-Friendly
Even the kids can enjoy growing and caring for these plants since they are easy to grow, safe, and non-toxic. Kid-friendly plants will surely help make your home nice-looking without having to worry about skin irritation, allergies, or plant poisoning.

Pet Friendly
These are the perfect plants to keep in your home, even if you have curious pets that chew on almost everything – including plants. They are safe and non-toxic, so you don’t have to worry about your plants poisoning your cats and dogs.

Light Care

Medium Light
These plants need filtered or dappled sunlight. You would want to place them in a well-lit room with windows, but away from direct light. A sunny window with sheer curtains is also a good idea.

Water Care

Medium-High Water
These are plants that need regular watering twice a week or once every five days or so. For these plants, it’s best to keep the soil evenly moist and watered.

Fertilizer Care

Medium Fertilizer
Regular application of fertilizers will help these plants achieve their best performance and vigor. Applying moderate fertilizer rates to these plants is ideal.

Zone

11

Plant Care

The leaves of a Fittonia are well know for their brightly coloured veins of red, pink or white. Keep this plant in bright, indirect sunlight to avoid burns. Fittonia tend to be dramatic, with drooping leaves when dry that quickly bounce back once properly watered. When repotting, we reccomend using our All Purpose Potting Mix.

Origin

The fittonia is native to tropical rainforests in South America, mainly Peru.