Coleus ‘Electric Veins’ is a striking foliage plant known for its bright lime to creamy-yellow leaves dramatically traced with deep burgundy-purple veins. The bold contrast gives the plant a glowing, almost neon appearance, making it a standout feature in terrariums, shade gardens, and indoor plant displays.
 
Its finely serrated leaves and upright growth create a soft, lush texture while the vivid venation adds visual depth and movement. ‘Electric Veins’ performs exceptionally well in humid environments, making it a fantastic choice for terrariums, vivariums, and tropical plant collections.
 
Fast growing and easy to maintain, this coleus responds well to pruning, allowing it to be shaped or kept compact depending on the display. With the right care, it quickly forms a dense, colourful cluster that brightens any planted setup.
Perfect for hobbyists looking for dramatic foliage colour without demanding care requirements.
 
Coleus ‘Electric Veins’ Care Sheet for Terrariums
 
Light
Bright indirect light is ideal.
Avoid strong direct sunlight, which can scorch the delicate leaves. Under good lighting, the leaf colour and venation become more intense.
 
Temperature
Prefers 18–28°C.
Consistent warmth keeps the plant actively growing and colourful.
 
Humidity
Thrives in high humidity (60–90%), making it well suited to terrariums and enclosed environments.
 
Watering
Keep the substrate lightly and evenly moist, but never waterlogged.
Coleus prefers consistently moist soil but can suffer from root rot in poorly drained substrates.
 
Substrate
Use a light, well-draining terrarium mix, such as:
Coco coir or peat base
Fine orchid bark
Perlite or pumice
Optional charcoal layer for terrarium health
 
Growth Habit
Upright, bushy growth
Fast growing in warm, humid conditions
Can reach 20–40 cm in terrariums if not pruned
 
Pruning
Regular pinching or trimming encourages bushier growth and prevents the plant from becoming leggy.
Pruned stems can easily be propagated as cuttings.
 
Feeding
Feed lightly every 3–4 weeks during active growth with a diluted balanced liquid fertiliser.
 
Terrarium Tips
Ideal for medium to large terrariums.
Works well as a midground feature plant.
Combine with mosses, small ferns, or creeping plants for contrast.
 
Propagation
Extremely easy to propagate:
Take a 5–10 cm stem cutting.
Remove the lower leaves.
Place in water or moist substrate.
Roots typically develop within 7–14 days.
 
✅ Difficulty Level: Easy
🌱 Growth Rate: Fast
🌿 Best Use: Terrariums, vivariums, indoor foliage displays