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Cryptanthus 'Zebrinus'

Also Known As

  • Cryptanthus 'Zebra Star'
  • Cryptanthus 'Zebrina'
  • Cryptanthus zonatus 'Zebrinus'
  • Black Guinea Wing
  • Zebrinus Earth Star

Plant type

bromeliad

size

  • H: 6"-10"
  • W: 10"-16"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Cryptanthus 'Zebrinus' plant details

Cryptanthus 'Zebrinus' is an evergreen bromeliad with chocolate, variegated and white foliage. white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptanthus 'Zebrinus'

Plant type: bromeliad
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen chocolate, variegated and white
Mature size: 10 IN - 16 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms
Uses: container plant, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptanthus 'Zebrinus'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This uniquely colored Cryptanthus produces a rosette of deep burgundy or nearly black leaves with irregular white cross bands. This easy to grow tropical looks great spilling from terra-cotta colored containers, in mixed container gardens, or as an underplanting for larger growing plants. Probably our favorite Earth Star! 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.

Gardening facts about Cryptanthus 'Zebrinus' plant

How to Grow Cryptanthus 'Zebrinus'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • chocolate
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Color

    • white
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