Cryptanthus (Elaine) Earth Star, Starfish - Plant

The variability of shapes, colors, and patterns, plus their adaptability to a wide range of growing conditions, make Cryptanthus a favorite of plant lovers around the world.

Pack contents

• Cryptanthus (Elaine) Earth Star, Starfish - Plant
• 5 inch (13 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black)

Interesting fact: Cryptanthus are more commonly known as Earth Stars, a name they received because of the shape of their foliageThis bromeliad with rosettes to 30cm across. Leaves to 15cm long by 2cm wide, bright rose pink with a dark purplish median stripe and transverse bands of white. Leaf margins thorny.

Plant Specifications

• Plant Height: 8.6 inch (22 cm)
• Plant Spread: 6 inch (15 cm)

*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%

• Common Name: Earth Stars, Starfish plant
• Maximum Reachable Height: Up to 1 feet
• Flower Colour: White
• Bloom Time: Summer
• Difficulty Level: Easy to grow

Planting and care

Water a plant when the soil feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering for the winter & rainy season. Try to water the plants in the morning around 8-10am. You should remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and throw in the garbage collector. You should fertilize a plant mostly in the spring season. When a plant grows beyond its limit and pot size not providing enough space for the spread of roots, re-pot with fresh soil and some fertilizer. While re-potting, try not to disturb the roots. Avoid any drastic change in the provided environment otherwise, the plants may get stress/shock. For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.

Cryptanthus care

Earth Stars is propagated through the suckers.

• Sunlight: Full to partial sunlight
• Watering: Moderately
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Temperature: 20 to 30 degrees C
• Fertilizer: Use any balanced organic fertilizer.

Cryptanthus special feature
The plant has an interesting color of foliage with bands.
Cryptanthus uses

• Ornamental Use: The plant is highly preferred for the gardens as the foliage is beautiful

It containsSrItem name1Cryptanthus (Elaine) Earth Star, Starfish - Plant25 inch (13 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black)