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Cryptanthus warasii

Plant type

bromeliad

size

  • H: 3"-5"
  • W: 6"-10"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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Cryptanthus warasii plant details

Cryptanthus warasii is an evergreen bromeliad with blue foliage. white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptanthus warasii

Plant type: bromeliad
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 IN - 10 IN - wide, 3 IN - 5 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptanthus warasii

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An extremely rare xeric cryptanthus species. Thin, silver leaves with sawtooth edges. Little white flowers in center cup, typical of cryptanthus. Grows into a large, spiraling rosette.

Gardening facts about Cryptanthus warasii plant

How to Grow Cryptanthus warasii

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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