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Crypthanthus Earth Star Red
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Best for Experienced Gardeners
Best for Experienced Gardeners
This plant requires careful attention and an understanding of its needs. With proper care, it thrives beautifully.
Hydration Check
Hydration Check
Ensure the soil is dry before watering. For succulents, let the potting mix completely dry out before the next watering session.
Light Requirements
Light Requirements
Keep the plant near a well-lit window with bright, indirect sunlight. Ensure it's close to a natural light source but away from direct sun exposure.
Pet Safety Alert
Pet Safety Alert
This plant can be harmful if touched or ingested by pets. Symptoms may range from mild irritation to severe health issues, so keep it out of their reach.
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Expert Guidance
Hailing from the hot, tropical and humid jungles of Brazil, this Crypthanthus bivittatus star-red variety captivates every home decorator. Belonging to the bromeliad family, it gets its popular name of Earth Star Red from its vivacious red foliage bursting in star-like rosette pattern with beautiful tiny white flowers in the center. Its textured bright red leaves makes it an admired pick for indoor gardening.
Features
• Ornamental Indoor Air Purifying houseplant
• Vibrant red leaves in star-shaped rosette
• Small white flowers in the center of the rosette
• Tropical plant from bromeliad family
• Low maintenance, drought tolerant plant
Maintenance
• Thrives in bright indirect sunlight
• Maintain well-drained and aerated soil
• Keep the soil moist, allow top surface to dry before watering
• Avoid watering in the center of the rosette
• Maintain moderate to high humidity levels
• Place it in a well-ventilated place
• Feed balanced diluted liquid fertilizer every 4 – 6 weeks during growing season
• Watch out for pests infections. Treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap if infected
Pet Friendly
• Not known to be toxic to humans and pets
