Nerve plant
Fittonia albivenis · Fittonias · Acanthus family
Also known as: Mosaic Plant · Painted Net Leaf · Fittonia
Medium10–15cmPet-friendly
Nerve plant care at a glance
Nerve plant (Fittonia albivenis) needs a lot of water and prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Water need
- High
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Nerve plant
Possible pests on Nerve plant include Mealybugs, Scale insects, Spider mites and Slugs and snails. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Leaf spot. Nerve plant is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Mealybugs Medium
- Scale insects Medium
- Spider mites Medium
- Slugs and snails Low
Disease
- Root rot High
- Leaf spot Low
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Frequently asked questions about Nerve plant
- Which pests affect Nerve plant?
- Possible pests on Nerve plant include Mealybugs, Scale insects, Spider mites and Slugs and snails.
- Which diseases affect Nerve plant?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Leaf spot.
- Is Nerve plant toxic to cats and dogs?
- Nerve plant is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Nerve plant need?
- Nerve plant has a high water requirement.
- What light does Nerve plant need?
- Nerve plant prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Nerve plant frost-hardy?
- Nerve plant is not frost-hardy.