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Fittonia albivenis Zalm 'Forest Flame' Houseplant - 8.5cm Pot

£399
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Fittonia albivenis ‘Forest Flame’ Houseplant 8.5cm Pot is a compact indoor foliage plant admired for its striking pink-veined leaves and lush spreading growth. Ideal for terrariums, bathrooms, and shaded indoor spaces, this colourful nerve plant thrives in humid environments and adds vibrant texture to your home décor.

Key Features

  • Decorative pink and green foliage with intricate veining
  • Compact growth perfect for terrariums, desks, shelves, and small spaces
  • Thrives in humid environments such as bathrooms and kitchens
  • Easy-care indoor plant suited to bright, indirect light
  • Evergreen foliage provides year-round interest indoors
  • Excellent choice for plant displays and indoor plant collections

Product Description

Fittonia albivenis ‘Forest Flame’, also known as a nerve plant or mosaic plant, is a vibrant tropical houseplant grown for its beautifully patterned foliage. Its rich green leaves are highlighted by prominent pink veining, creating a colourful display that instantly brightens indoor spaces. This compact, mat-forming plant has a naturally low-growing habit, making it particularly suitable for terrariums, decorative containers, tabletops, and smaller rooms.

Well suited to modern indoor environments, Fittonia ‘Forest Flame’ thrives in bright, indirect light and enjoys consistently humid conditions. Bathrooms, kitchens, and enclosed terrariums provide the perfect environment for healthy growth and vibrant foliage colour. Supplied in an 8.5cm pot, this evergreen houseplant is ideal for beginners and experienced plant enthusiasts alike thanks to its manageable size and straightforward care requirements.

Specifications

  • Product Name: Fittonia albivenis ‘Forest Flame’
  • Botanical Group: Verschaffeltii Group
  • Common Names: Nerve Plant, Mosaic Plant
  • Pot Size: 8.5cm
  • Plant Type: Evergreen indoor foliage plant
  • Foliage Colour: Green leaves with pink veining
  • Position: Bright, indirect light
  • Mature Height & Spread: Approximately 0.1–0.5m
  • Suitable For: Terrariums, bathrooms, indoor pots, desks, and shelves

Care Tips

  • Place in bright, indirect light away from direct sunlight
  • Keep soil lightly moist but avoid waterlogging
  • Maintain high humidity levels for best growth and foliage colour
  • Keep temperatures above 17°C and avoid cold draughts
  • Mist occasionally or place near a pebble tray to increase humidity
  • Trim lightly if required to maintain a neat shape

Why Choose Fittonia ‘Forest Flame’?

Fittonia ‘Forest Flame’ is an excellent choice for adding bold foliage colour and tropical texture to indoor spaces without taking up much room. Its compact habit and eye-catching leaves make it a thoughtful gift for houseplant lovers or an easy way to enhance terrariums and home plant displays.

The plant's growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position & conditions, and bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependant on season.

Delivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.

About Us

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Delivery

Collect your order in-store, have it delivered to your door, or choose a convenient InPost Locker!

We aim to dispatch orders as quickly as possible using trusted couriers.

Your Questions Answered...

What are the delivery options and prices?

We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.

- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).

The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.

New! Deliver to InPost Locker

Instead of home delivery, choose to collect your parcel from an InPost Locker near you.

- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
- Tracking: Track your parcel via the InPost app or the tracking link in your confirmation email.

Can someone else pick up my parcel?

Yes! Share your QR code or collection code (sent via email) along with your mobile number, and they can collect it for you.

Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?

No, just scan the QR code in the app or your email. For InPost Shop collections, show the QR code to the staff.

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How do I track my delivery?

Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive an email with tracking details.

Who delivers my order?

Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.

What is kerbside pallet delivery?

Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.

We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.

What should I do if my order arrives damaged?

If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.

Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?

Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.

Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?

Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles

What is the warranty on my purchase?

All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.

Still have questions?

Contact us via our enquiry form, call 01497 847055, or email shoponline@oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.

Returns

How do I return an item?

If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.

When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.