Photo of Cryptanthus 'Ruby Red' foliage by Little Prince of Oregon

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Cryptanthus 'Ruby Red'

Plant type

perennial, bromeliad

size

  • H: 3"-6"
  • W: 8"-14"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Cryptanthus 'Ruby Red' plant details

Cryptanthus 'Ruby Red' is an evergreen perennial bromeliad with burgundy, red and variegated foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter 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 'Ruby Red'

Plant type: perennial bromeliad
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy, red and variegated
Mature size: 8 IN - 14 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptanthus 'Ruby Red'

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

Cryptanthus are epiphytic bromeliads endemic to Brazil often called earth stars. They have strappy, rippled foliage with beautiful patterns. They make a great addition to houseplant or succulent collections. 'Ruby Red' has stunning foliage in deep coral red with darker centres. Grow in moist, well-drained, sphagnum soils. Water regularly and provide high humidity in bright but indirect light.
Cryptanthus ‘Ruby Red’ is a striking Earth Star Bromeliad with wavy, dark coral red leaves with a dark central stripe.

Gardening facts about Cryptanthus 'Ruby Red' plant

How to Grow Cryptanthus 'Ruby Red'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • red
    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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aka Cryptanthus 'Black Earth Stars', Earth Star, Starfish Plant

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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aka Cascade Earth Star

Plant Type

Bromeliad

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 3"

Width: 12"-18"

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • regular
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aka Cryptanthus bivittatus 'Pink Starlight', Cryptanthus x 'Pink Starlite', Earth Star, Pink Starlite Earth Star, Starfish Plant

Plant Type

Perennial, Bromeliad

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 4"-6"

Width: 6"-12"

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture - regular
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aka Cryptanthus 'Elaine', Cryptanthus zebrinus 'Pink Zebra', Pink Zebra Earth Star

Plant Type

Bromeliad

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 8"-12"

Width: 10"-14"

  • bright shade - mostly shade
  • even moisture
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aka Ruby Earth Star

Plant Type

Bromeliad

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 2"-4"

Width: 5"-7"

  • bright shade - mostly shade
  • regular
Photo of Cryptanthus bivittatus 'Ruby' foliage by Karl Gercens III
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