Cryptanthus 'Cascade'

Also Known As

Cascade Earth Star

Plant type

bromeliad

size

H: 3"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

10a-11

Cryptanthus 'Cascade' plant details

Cryptanthus 'Cascade' is an evergreen bromeliad with green and red foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptanthus 'Cascade'

Plant type: bromeliad
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 0 IN - 3 IN - tall
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptanthus 'Cascade'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Red-tinged and edged, green arching foliage is borne in low, tight rosettes. The offsets of this variety cascade on arching stems from the mother plants creating a great hanging basket. Cryptanthus are one of the easiest terrestrial bromeliads to grow. Provide with a well-drained soil, average moisture, and high humidity. High light levels, but not direct sun, will produce the most intense foliage colors, colored forms may pale or even turn green under low light levels.