How to Care and Propagate: Fittonia / Nerve Plant
Introduction: The Nerve plant or Fittonia plant belongs to the Acanthaceae family. Fittonia Plant which is widely found in tropical areas especially in rainforest region and native to tropical rainforest in South America, mainly Peru. Fittonia is one of the low maintenance plant in the houseplants category. There are different varieties of Fittonia plants. These plants are especially known for their highlighted vein look (nerves) of leaves which is a very eye-catching one thereby adds to a live décor piece. They are also known for colorful houseplants. There are different types of Fittonia plants; according to its different colour of leaves such as red, pink, green, they are been identified. Soil & Climate: It requires well-drained and moist soil but not too wet. Also, it requires high humidity levels. So one create it by misting the leaves at different intervals and also by using a pebble tray. Regards to fertilizer use, one can use cow manure or any brand of organic fertiliz...