Description
The variability of shapes, colors, and patterns, plus their adaptability to a wide range of growing conditions, make Cryptanthus a favorite of plant lovers around the world.
| Sr | Item name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cryptanthus (Elaine) Earth Star, Starfish - Plant |
| 2 | 5 inch (13 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
Interesting fact: Cryptanthus are more commonly known as Earth Stars, a name they received because of the shape of their foliageThis bromeliad with rosettes to 30cm across. Leaves to 15cm long by 2cm wide, bright rose pink with a dark purplish median stripe and transverse bands of white.
Leaf margins thorny.Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 8.6 inch (22 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 6 inch (15 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Earth Stars, Starfish plant |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 1 feet |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Cryptanthus care
Earth Stars is propagated through the sucke
| Sunlight | Full to partial sunlight |
| Watering | Moderately |
| Soil | Well-drained soil |
| Temperature | 20 to 30 degrees C |
| Fertilizer | Use any balanced organic fertilizer. |
Cryptanthus special feature
The plant has an interesting color of foliage with bands.
Cryptanthus uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is highly preferred for the gardens as the foliage is beautiful