Fittonia 'Hot Lips' originated as a mutation discovered within our collection. It is a colourful creeping foliage plant with bright pink centres edged in deep green. The narrow leaves form a spreading mat, making it well suited to terrariums, indoor pots, and mixed displays in soft filtered light.
Key Characteristics
Foliage: Bright pink centres with green margins and fine darker outlines.
Leaf Shape: Narrow, elongated leaves with a soft texture.
Growth Habit: Low, creeping growth that spreads over time.
Seasonality: Evergreen indoors; steady growth in warm months.
Stems: Soft, trailing stems that root as they contact media.
Care
Light: Bright, filtered light. Avoid harsh direct sun.
Water: Keep evenly moist; do not allow to fully dry out.
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity; ideal for terrariums.
Temperature: Best at 18-26°C. Protect from cold drafts.
Media: Free-draining mix with added perlite.
Feeding: Occasional light liquid feeding during spring-summer.
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are dispatched on a rolling basis.
Most orders ship within 3–5 business days, depending on biosecurity processing, weather, and order size.
Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only.
Biosecurity Fees:
WA & TAS: $20 per order
NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and cover mandatory plant health certification.
Important:
A physical address is required for certification (delivery to PO Boxes is still allowed).
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