Fittonia (also known as Nerve Plant or Nervous Spurge) is a plant native to South Africa and Namibia. The plant has become a symbol of endurance and perseverance due to its ability to survive under extreme conditions. Fittonia is also called the ‘nerves’ plant because it contains high levels of calcium oxalate crystals, which act …
Fittonia is a relative newcomer in the herb garden scene. This tropical perennial has large, fleshy leaves that curl at the edges. What causes this fascinating shape change? Fittonia grows from seeds or cuttings taken from mother plants, and they prefer warm temperatures. They don’t tolerate frost, and their foliage only lasts from spring through …
How many times have you heard someone say something along the lines of “I want to get fit and look good”? The problem is…they don’t mean exactly what they said. Fitness means different things to different people. Some people mean having muscle tone and being able to lift heavy weights. Others might mean looking great …
