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Cryptanthus lacerdae 'Menescal'
Plant type
perennial, bromeliad
size
- H: 2"-3"
- W: 4"-6"
planting zones
- 10b-12
Cryptanthus lacerdae 'Menescal' plant details
Cryptanthus lacerdae 'Menescal' is an evergreen perennial bromeliad with blue, chocolate and variegated foliage. white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptanthus lacerdae 'Menescal'
- Plant type: perennial bromeliad
- Plant family: bromeliaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue, chocolate and variegated
- Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptanthus lacerdae 'Menescal'
- USDA Zones: 10b - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Cryptanthus lacerdae 'Menescal'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- blue
- chocolate
Flower Color
- white
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bromeliad
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 3"-6"
Width: 8"-14"
- bright shade - mostly shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bromeliad
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 9"-12"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Bromeliad
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 3"
Width: 12"-18"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Bromeliad
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 10"-14"
- bright shade - mostly shade
- even moisture
aka Ruby Earth Star
Plant Type
Bromeliad
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 5"-7"
- bright shade - mostly shade
- regular
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