Common
name: "Mini Fittonia" or "Nerve
Plant"
Latin name: Fittonia verschaffeltii spp
Native
to: Peru
Growth habit: A low growing spreading plant.
Flowers: Inconspicuous
Temps: Normal indoor temps
Humidity: Not critical. Pests: Watch for aphids
Lighting:
Pictured
Houseplant:
Mini Fittonia
Nerve Plant
Houseplant
Cultural
information: "Mini Fittonia" is a bit
difficult to grow because of the dry air in Colorado. It grows
well in terrariums. Outside of the terrarium we recommend growing
Fittonia on a pebble tray in bright filtered light. Keep the soil
moist... but never soggy. Feed monthly if the plant is actively
growing... bi-monthly when resting.
"Mini Fittonia" is usually only available in small
3" or 4" containers. Some of the larger leaved varieties
like "Pink Nerve Plant" can be found in 6" pots and
8" hanging baskets.
