Nerve plants 'Fittonia albivenis' 12 cm

Vibrant Veined Air-Purifying Showstopper, Nerve Plant

Scientific Name: Fittonia albivenis (All Varieties)
Common Names / Known As: Nerve Plant, Mosaic Plant, Painted Net Leaf, Baby Tears, Silver Nerve

Overview: This vibrant indoor mood-lifter flaunts tiny oval leaves with electric pink, red, silver or white veins popping against lush green (or deep red) backgrounds like living artwork. Native to the steamy Peruvian rainforests and thriving as a carpet of colour in South African homes, all varieties excel as humidity-loving miniatures. Their compact, spreading form brings quirky, carnival energy to terrariums or table tops, perfect for playful October greenery.

Quirky Fact / Common Use: In SA Tswana traditions, nerve plants are tucked into spring picnic baskets to "spark" joyful conversations at braaisits veiny patterns symbolise lively gossip lines for epic jol vibes and heart-to-heart blessings!

Available in: 12cm Nursery Pots

Ideal For:

• Cosy flats, small townhouses, open-plan offices, bathrooms & limited-space braais in Joburg or Cape Town homes
• Beginner plant lovers or as a thoughtful giftmoderately fussy but rewarding with daily spritz love!
• A must-have for air-purifying oxygen boost, adding veiny texture & colourful contrast to terrarium mixes or mixed planters. It's boldly elegant foliage makes a fun statement and grows to 10-20cmideal for table tops, counter tops, terrariums, office desks or school counters.

(Received plants may differ slightly from images displayed. Unless otherwise specified, all Plants come in black nursery pots)