Fittonia

Fittonia albivenis

Also called · Nerve plant

Small leaves with bright pink, red or white veins. Loves humid air, so it is perfect for glass jars.

LightBright shade
WaterKeep it moist
WhereNear a bright window

Care tag · 11

“It faints when dry. Water it and it stands up again within hours.”

  1. 01

    Light

    Bright shade. No direct sun.
  2. 02

    Water

    Keep the soil lightly moist. Check it every few days.
  3. 03

    Soil & pot

    Ordinary potting soil.
  4. 04

    Feeding

    A weak feed once a month.
  5. 05

    What you'll need

    • Organic potting soil (tanah organik)
    • Peat moss

    All available here at the nursery.

Something wrong?

  • The whole plant collapsed

    It dried out. Water it straight away; it usually recovers the same day.

  • Crispy leaves

    Too much sun or too dry. Move it into shade and keep it near other plants.

  • Long, leggy stems

    Pinch off the tips and it grows back bushier.

Near a bright window

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