How to Care for Fittonia albivenis 'Red' (Red Nerve Plant)

Korean name: 피토니아 레드

Fittonia albivenis 'Red' is a foliage plant known for its distinctive red veins on the leaves. The broad leaves with dense venation make it ideal for indoor cultivation, adding a decorative touch. It prefers moderate humidity and indirect bright light to thrive.

Key facts

• Category: Foliage plant
• Family: Acanthaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Central and South America
• Growth rate: Slow
• Pets: No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.
• Traits: easy care, foliage plant, high humidity, red veins
• Also known as: Fittonia albivenis, Red Nerve Plant, Fittonia

Care Guide

• Light: Keep in bright, indirect light avoiding direct sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly before the soil dries out.
• Soil: Use well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Prefers high humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once every 1-2 months during growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Fittonia albivenis 'Red'?

Water thoroughly before the soil dries out. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Fittonia albivenis 'Red'?

It likes Keep in bright, indirect light avoiding direct sunlight.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining soil..

Is Fittonia albivenis 'Red' safe around pets?

No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.

Is Fittonia albivenis 'Red' good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Prefers high humidity.. Fertilise Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once every 1-2 months during growing season..