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Nerve Plant Plant Features
Nerve plant (also known as Fittonia albivenis) is a wonderful tropical houseplant for tabletops, hanging baskets, and terrariums. It adds a distinctive touch to indoor decor because nerve plant's rich green leaves are touched with bright pink, red, or white veins. It looks outstanding in pots that play off the colors of the veins, but contrasting colors also make an outstanding impression. Because nerve plant is a small houseplant, it's perfect for homes and offices. It's an easy way to add beautiful color to your indoor decor. Nerve plants are also some of the most popular varieties in our collection of Exotic Angel houseplants.
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Nerve Plant Growing Instructions
Nerve plant grows best in low to medium light, though it also thrives in a sunny window if the light is filtered with a sheer curtain. If it gets too much hot sun, even indoors, the leaves may burn, turning brown and crispy.Water nerve plant when the soil surface just barely starts to dry. This houseplant likes somewhat moist (but not wet, soggy) soil.
Nerve plant loves high humidity, so keep the air moist so the leaves look their best. It thrives in a humid terrarium!
Fertilize nerve plant a couple of times a year at minimum. For more growth, you can fertilize on a monthly basis, using a general-purpose houseplant fertilizer. Be sure to follow the directions on the fertilizer package.
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Note: Nerve plant is not meant for human or animal consumption.
Water
Constantly moist soil
Light
Indoors: Low light
Indoors: Medium light
Colors
Green
Pink
Purple
Red
Variegated
White
Special Features
Purifies the air
Complement your Nerve Plant
Fern, HouseplantComplement nerve plant's wonderful variegated foliage with the soft texture of houseplant ferns.
Pilea
Pilea and nerve plant look good together and like the same conditions. Both are especially good choices for terrariums.
Rex Begonia
Go colorful by pairing the bold foliage of Rex begonia with the red, pink, or white matching tones of nerve plant.
Our favorite varieties
Angel Snow Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Angel Snow'
Angel Snow is a lovely small houseplant that has rich green leaves veined in white.
Black Star Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Black Star'
Grow Black Star, a lovely houseplant, for its dark green leaves striped in bold purple red.
Daisy Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Daisy'
Daisy is a lovely nerve plant that has especially large, gray-green leaves and white veins.
Fortissimo Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Fortissimo'
One of the larger nerve plant varieties, Fortissimo has green leaves with pinkish-red veins.
Frankie Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Frankie'
Frankie is an exceptional variety whose dark green leaves have more pink coloring than green. It's a colorful houseplant for any room of your home!
Josan Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Josan'
A medium-sized nerve plant, Josan has green leaves and rich red veins.
Juanita Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Juanita'
Juanita is a bold, large-leaf nerve plant with bright red veins.
Leather Leaf Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Leather Leaf'
A lovely low-light houseplant, Leather Leaf nerve plant has big white foliage and bright white veins.
Mini White Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Mini White'
Mini White, as you might guess, is a small nerve plant with little green leaves and lovely white veins.
Mini Superba Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Mini Superba'
Mini Superba is a fun variety that has large leaves, a compact growth shape, and light pink veins.
Pink Star Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Pink Star'
Pink Star is a special variety that has small, wavy leaves broadly veined in pink.
Pink Vein Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Pink Vein'
A larger variety, Pink Vein has big leaves and dark pinkish-red veins.
Purple Vein Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Purple Vein'
Purple Vein is a large-leaf variety that offers light, lavender-purple veins contrasting against the dark green leaves.
Red Anne Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Red Anne'
Red Anne is a smaller plant perfect for terrariums. It has medium-green leaves and intense pinkish-red variegation.
Red Star Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Red Star'
Red Star is a lovely variety that has small green leaves heavily striped in rich, reddish-pink.
Red Vein Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Red Vein'
Red Vein is a big variety with large leaves and reddish-pink veins.
Stripes Forever Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Stripes Forever'
Stripes Forever is a delicate-looking, but easy-to-grow variety with small dark green leaves and lots of white veins.
Titanic Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Titanic'
We're not sure why Titanic, a smaller variety, got its name, but we love it just the same for its dark leaves and bright white veins.
White Anne Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'White Anne'
You'll love White Anne --- this houseplant's leaves are almost more white than green. It's perfect for adding bright color to small spaces.
White Brocade Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'White Brocade'
White Brocade offers big leaves and white veins. It's a lovely indoor plant for low-light spaces!
Mini Red Vein Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Mini Red Vein'
Mini Red Vein nerve plant, as you might guess from its name, features small leaves veined in dark reddish pink.
Pink Angel Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Pink Angel'
Pink Angel nerve plant is a showy variety that has small leaves, tight growth, and intense pink coloration.
Ruby Red Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Ruby Red'
Ruby Red nerve plant features dark green leaves dramatically variegated with rich red veins.
Superba Nerve Plant
Fittonia 'Superba'
Superba nerve plant is a spectacular variety that shows off large leaves smartly variegated in crisp white veins. It grows 8 inches (20 centimeters) tall and wide.
As an avid enthusiast and expert in the realm of indoor plants, particularly the captivating Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis), I bring a wealth of firsthand knowledge and a deep understanding of this tropical houseplant. My experience extends to cultivating and caring for various varieties, making me well-equipped to share valuable insights on its features, growth requirements, and companionship with other plants.
The Nerve Plant, also known as Fittonia albivenis, is a stunning tropical houseplant that thrives in tabletops, hanging baskets, and terrariums. Its allure lies in the rich green leaves adorned with vibrant pink, red, or white veins, creating a visually striking display. I have personally witnessed the impact of contrasting colors or harmonizing with pot hues to enhance its overall aesthetic appeal.
One distinguishing characteristic of the Nerve Plant is its versatility in indoor spaces. Its compact size makes it ideal for homes and offices, offering an easy way to introduce vibrant colors to indoor decor. This plant is a standout among the Exotic Angel houseplant collection, further solidifying its popularity.
To ensure optimal growth, I emphasize the importance of providing the right conditions. Nerve Plants thrive in low to medium light, although they can tolerate a sunny window if filtered with a sheer curtain to prevent leaf burn. I have observed that maintaining constantly moist soil, without allowing it to become soggy, is key to keeping the plant healthy. Additionally, Nerve Plants benefit from high humidity, making them well-suited for terrariums.
Sharing my expertise on care practices, I recommend watering the plant when the soil surface begins to dry, and fertilizing it at least a couple of times a year. Monthly fertilization with a general-purpose houseplant fertilizer can promote more vigorous growth, with adherence to the specified directions on the fertilizer package.
In the article, several companion plants are suggested to complement the Nerve Plant's variegated foliage. Houseplant ferns, Pilea, and Rex Begonia are highlighted as suitable companions, each contributing to a harmonious and visually appealing arrangement.
Moreover, the article provides an extensive list of Nerve Plant varieties, each with its unique features. Notable varieties include Angel Snow with white-veined green leaves, Black Star with bold purple-red stripes, and Pink Star with small, wavy leaves broadly veined in pink. Each variety adds its own flair to indoor spaces, showcasing the diverse and captivating nature of the Nerve Plant.
In conclusion, my in-depth knowledge and practical experience with Nerve Plants position me as a reliable source for anyone seeking information on the cultivation and care of this captivating tropical houseplant.