Cryptanthus bivittatus, is a small, terrestrial species of plant in the family Bromeliaceae. Reaching a height of only 6 - 8 inches and preferring moderate or diffuse light, it is commonly used in terrariums and novelty planters.
Earth star Care
Cryptanthus bivittatus
What is the plant
Cryptanthus bivittatus is a member of the Bromeliaceae family of tropical plants. It has many common names such as starfish plant, earth star and Red Star Bromeliad. The bromeliad is a plant commonly grown in terrariums. This pretty bromeliad is native to Brazil and has a lovely star like shape made of stemless rosettes of leaves. The plants can have ten to twenty leaves, each with tiny teeth or thorns on their wavy margins. The leaves taper to a point at the end which gives the plant its pretty star shape. The plants can be striped in both ivory tones and various shades of red and pink. The plant will grow to about 6″ tall and 15″ wide. It is a moderately slow grower.
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Humidity
High
Lighting
Part Sun
Temperature
18°C - 18°C
Hardiness zone
10a - 11b
Difficulty
Medium
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Your bromeliad is more likely to suffer from over-watering than under-watering. while their roots prefer to be moist, they can never be allowed to remain soggy. water that does not drain properly through your potting medium can cause your plant to develop root or crown rot. it is oftentimes sufficient to water your bromeliad once a week.
Pruning
Trim off any dead leaves and stems.
Fertilizer
Use slow-release fertilizer. Avoid using too much fertilizer.
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Sunlight
Minimum 12-14 hours of indirect sunlight.
Soil
They need well-drained, moisture-retentive soil, so add lots of organic matter when planting. In heavy clay soils, plant the bulbs on a layer of coarse sand or gravel to improve drainage.
Temperature
Earth stars like temps in the 55-65ºF range at night with daytime temperatures rising to the 70-90ºF range. They can take a temperature as low as 34ºF, but will not withstand a freezing.
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Container
Ceramic pots are the most popular type of containers for houseplants today. You'll find them in all kinds of styles, colors, and sizes. At one time, the clay pot was the most common container for indoor plants. When choosing a pot, choose a pot that is 2.5-5 cm (1-2”) larger than the current size.
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