Cryptanthus fosterianus 'Elaine'

Also Known As

Cryptanthus 'Elaine'
Cryptanthus zebrinus 'Pink Zebra'
Pink Zebra Earth Star

Plant type

bromeliad

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 10"-14"

planting zones

10a-11

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Cryptanthus fosterianus 'Elaine' plant details

Cryptanthus fosterianus 'Elaine' is an evergreen bromeliad with variegated foliage. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptanthus fosterianus 'Elaine'

Plant type: bromeliad
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen variegated
Mature size: 10 IN - 14 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptanthus fosterianus 'Elaine'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This lovely, large cryptanthus is rare and very unique. It's 7" long leaves have bright, ½" crimson-pink edges with a zebra-like band down the center of coppery green, which are cross-banded with uneven strips of white, making a beautiful, large rosette. 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.