F. albivenis 'Nana'. The leaves of the standard Fittonia albivenis are about 3 x 4 in., but on this charming miniature cultivar the leaves are only 1 x 2 in. The small leaves are dark green with lots of contrasting white veins running through the leaf blade. The common name for most Fittonias is “Nerve Plant”. The growth habit is trailing, and the tiny flowers are creamy-yellow and appear on spikes above the foliage. Grow this one on the windowsill, in a mixed planter or terrarium. Do not allow it to dry out.
Care of Fittonia albivenis 'Nana':
Shade, temp. 55 to 95 degrees, 4 to 6 in. tall, keep moist but not wet.
Family: Acanthaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3.5 - 4 inch pot.
If your local HIGH temperatures are below 55 degrees Fahrenheit you should consider adding:
F. albivenis 'Nana'. The leaves of the standard Fittonia albivenis are about 3 x 4 in., but on this charming miniature cultivar the leaves are only 1 x 2 in. The small leaves are dark green with lots of contrasting white veins running through the leaf blade. The common name for most Fittonias is “Nerve Plant”. The growth habit is trailing, and the tiny flowers are creamy-yellow and appear on spikes above the foliage. Grow this one on the windowsill, in a mixed planter or terrarium. Do not allow it to dry out.
Care of Fittonia albivenis 'Nana':
Shade, temp. 55 to 95 degrees, 4 to 6 in. tall, keep moist but not wet.
Family: Acanthaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3.5 - 4 inch pot.
If your local HIGH temperatures are below 55 degrees Fahrenheit you should consider adding: