Cryptanthus bivittatus

Also Known As

Cryptanthus bivittatus Minor
Earth Star
Starfish Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent, bromeliad

size

H: 6"
W: 6"

planting zones

10a-11

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Cryptanthus bivittatus plant details

Cryptanthus bivittatus is an evergreen bromeliad or cactus / succulent with green, pink and red foliage. In spring and summer chartreuse flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptanthus bivittatus

Plant type: bromeliad or cactus / succulent
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, pink and red
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring and summer
Uses: caudex-forming, container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptanthus bivittatus

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A pretty cryptanthus bromeliad with ribbon like leaves, wavy margins, and chartreuse flower cluster in the center of rosette early spring/summer. Best in shade, great house plant. Treat like a tropical plant.

By: Paradise Found Nursery

Earth stars species of Crypthanthus have long slender leaves curled downward produces rosette like plants with multi colors foliage... Easy to grow with little care.. Great for terrariums.. Adapts to most light conditions. let dry between waterings