Fittonia
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Fittonia Species and Varietals
The genus Fittonia includes just 2 species, and is a member of the plant family Acanthaceae. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.
Fittonia albivensis This species is native to the rainforests of Bolivia, Peru, Columbia, Ecuador, and Brazil. These plants are hardy to 50 degrees Fahrenheit, and are commonly grown as greenhouse or indoor plants. Leaves are green, marked with pink to white veining. Flowers are small and white to cream in color. There are two cultivar groups included within this species: Argyroneura (with silver to white veining) and Verschaffeltii (with pink to red leaf veining). |
Fittonia Varieties and Cultivars
The following plants are just a few hybrids of the above species, bred to exhibit bright foliage color and defined veining. This is not a complete list by any means, but just a sample of different foliage colors.
The following plants are just a few hybrids of the above species, bred to exhibit bright foliage color and defined veining. This is not a complete list by any means, but just a sample of different foliage colors.
Caring for fittonia
Propagation
Problems and Pests
Colocasia plants are susceptible to the following issues and pests:
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Resources
The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Page
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