Plant Care 'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant

'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant

Also known as

Mini White

Taxonomy

Fittonia argyronera
Fittonia
Acanthaceae
Lamiales

How to care for 'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant

šŸ’¦ Water

How often to water your 'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant

Water needs for 'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant
0.5 cups
every 9

'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of 'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
ā˜€ļø Light

Finding light for 'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant in your home

Light needs and placement for plant 'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves šŸƒ, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of 'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant in your home šŸ”.

🪓 Nutrients

How to fertilize 'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for 'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your 'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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šŸ’” FAQs
šŸ’¦ Water Needs

'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.


ā˜€ļø Sunlight Needs

'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves šŸƒ without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home šŸ”.


🐶 🐈 šŸ‘¶ Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.


šŸ’Ø Humidity

'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.


🪓 Soil

'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!


šŸ’© Fertilizer

'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


ā„ļø Dormancy

It’s common for 'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


šŸŒŽ Native Region

'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant is native to Colombia and Peru.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for 'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant

'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant

'Ruby Red' Nerve Plant


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4ā€ pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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