Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant' Live Plant – 4" Nursery Pot
4" Pot
$16.50
Sale price
$16.50
Regular price
$22.00
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Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant' Live Plant – 4" Nursery Pot
$16.50
Sale price
$16.50
Regular price
$22.00
The Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant' (Fittonia albivenis) is a petite, spreading evergreen prized for its deep green leaves traced with a fine web of silvery-white veins. This lush, low-growing foliage plant brings detailed texture and color to small spaces, making it an eye-catching pick for terrariums, bottle gardens, and other humid corners of your home.
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Natural variation expected with live plants
Botanical Label
- Common name: Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant'
- Botanical name: Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant'
- Pot size: 4" nursery pot
- Light: Medium to bright, indirect; no direct sun
- Water: keeping the soil lightly and evenly moist (don't let it fully dry out).
- Difficulty: Moderate — a little particular but rewarding.
- Growth style: Bright, netted leaf veins in pink, red, or white.
- Mature size: Grows into a fuller plant over time — mature size can vary by growing conditions.
- Lifespan: Can live for many years with regular care — varies by growing conditions.
- Pet safety: Pet-friendly — considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA). As with any plant, discourage pets from nibbling.
- Best for: Bright bathrooms, kitchens, shelves, and desks.
- Vibe/personality: A characterful foliage houseplant.
Curator's Note: Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant' is grown for its bright, netted leaf veins in pink, red, or white — the "nerve plant," grown for its vivid netted veins; considered non-toxic to pets (ASPCA) and loves terrariums. It brings a fresh, living accent to a bright spot indoors.
Why It Belongs in Your Collection
- Eye-catching bright, netted leaf veins in pink, red, or white
- Approachable, houseplant-friendly care
- Adds a fresh, leafy feel to a room
- Grows fuller and more established over time
- A lovely pick for a gift or your own collection
Care Notes from the Greenhouse
- Light: Medium to bright, indirect light suits Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant'; keep it out of harsh direct sun.
- Watering: Keep the soil lightly and evenly moist — Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant' likes steady moisture and can wilt or crisp if it dries out fully. Don't let it sit in water, and ease off in winter.
- Humidity: Enjoys higher humidity — dry air can brown the leaf edges, so a pebble tray or humidifier helps.
- Temperature: Typical room temperatures (about 65–80°F). Keep it away from cold drafts and hot, dry vents.
- Soil: A good, well-draining potting mix in a pot with a drainage hole.
- Fertilizer: Feed lightly with a balanced houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer; pause in winter.
- Good to know: It faints dramatically when dry and revives after watering — keep it evenly moist with high humidity to avoid the drama.
- Care tip: Give it the right light and consistent watering, and Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant' stays full and healthy.
Best Display Spots
- A bright spot with indirect light: where it can really thrive.
- Shelf or plant stand: an easy, leafy accent.
- Desk or tabletop: a fresh touch of green.
- Bright bathroom or kitchen: enjoys the extra humidity.
- Office with good light: low-fuss greenery.
Best For / Think Twice If
Best for:
- Bright, indirect-light spots
- Growers who enjoy a little hands-on care
- Shelves, desks, and brightening a corner
Think twice if:
- Very dark rooms
- People who often forget to water — it dislikes drying out fully
- Spots with harsh, direct sun all day
- Anyone wanting a totally hands-off plant
Botanical Exhibit Notes
- Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant' is the "nerve plant," grown for its vivid netted veins; considered non-toxic to pets (ASPCA) and loves terrariums.
- It does best in medium to bright, indirect light — the right light keeps it full and healthy.
- It appreciates higher humidity, so a bright bathroom or a pebble tray suits it well.
- It is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA), making it a pet-friendly choice.
- With steady care it can live and grow for years indoors, though its size and look can vary depending on growing conditions.
From Our Greenhouse to Your Home
Florida Plant ships across the continental U.S. Your plant ships from Florida and California, USA, carefully packed in its nursery pot with soil unless noted. Orders dispatch within 1–4 business days, early in the week so plants don't sit over a weekend in transit.
During cold weather, orders to colder areas are sent with a heat pack, and we may hold delivery to very cold areas until it's safe to ship. Every plant is backed by our 48-hour live-arrival guarantee — contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos if there's an issue.
Because this is a live plant, each one is unique — size, fullness, color, and shape vary naturally, and minor cosmetic imperfections can happen. Give your plant a little time to settle in after it arrives.
Plant Questions, Answered
How often should I water Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant'?
Water keeping the soil lightly and evenly moist (don't let it fully dry out). It prefers to dry out a little between waterings rather than stay soggy.
What kind of light does Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant' need?
Medium to bright, indirect light suits Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant'; keep it out of harsh direct sun.
Is Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant' pet safe?
Yes — Fittonia 'White Nerve Plant' is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA), a popular pet-friendly choice. As with any plant, it's best to discourage pets from nibbling.
Why does my fittonia keep wilting?
It wilts fast the moment the soil dries — water it and it usually perks up. Keep it evenly moist with high humidity (a terrarium is ideal).
Plant care at a glance
- Light
- Bright, indirect light
- Pot size
- 4 inch
- Care level
- Moderate