A small houseplant with a compact, creeping, ground-cover habit - ideal for terrariums. Fittonia is highly prized for the texture and coloration of its foliage. The 'Ruby Lime' variety has lime green foliage with ruby pink veins. To maintain its compact habit, it is recommended to pinch back the tips of the stems.
Non-toxic to animals.
- Family: Acanthaceae.
- Origin: South America.
- Watering:
- Allow the soil to dry on the surface between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: High.
- Soil type: Rich and well-draining.
- Light: Moderate.
- Orientation: West, east, or 1 m from a south-facing window.
- Growth: Fast.
- Temperature: Warm.
- Never below 18 °C.
Pot diameter: 6 cm and 10 cm.
Grown in Quebec.
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
