bromeliad varieties Cryptanthus - My Latest Plant Crush

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I've been loving and using bromeliads in my garden for two years now but it wasn't until recently that I discovered these cute little Cryptanthus' or Earth Stars. What horticultural rock have I been hiding under?

The foliage of this plant is much more the draw than the small, insignificant white flowers. Unlike many other bromeliads, the flowers don't appear on a long stalk. I know this because mine have already bloomed in the short time I've had them. They grow low and are very effective when planted in mass. As far as light goes, their ideal seems to be bright shade. If they get too much sun, they burn. Not enough and the foliage reverts to a yucky green.

They are considered easy as houseplants but I have no experience with this because mine grow outdoors. Reportedly they like bright light with at least 4 hours of sun (not all day scorching) to bring out the color in the leaves. Water them on a regular basis but don't keep them soggy. They do like humidity, not found all year long in the average home, so a spot in the kitchen or bathroom would be set.
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bromeliad varieties Cryptanthus - My Latest Plant Crush
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