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The Cryptanthus bivittatus , native to eastern Brazil , is a small wonder of nature nicknamed Earth Star by English speakers. We never tire of admiring its glowing rosette of purple-veined, leathery and fleshy toothed leaves.
It can reach 20 cm in diameter and height. After its discreet flowering (its name comes from the Greek krypto , hidden, and anthos , flower), shoots develop alongside the mother plant, which continues its growth.
Lightens and whitens in the low season, a bit like the "pink" form of this cryptanth.
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- Use our special mix , composed of 50% blond peat, 25% horticultural soil and 25% perlite.
- Choose a bright environment but without direct sunlight. Artificial light can be beneficial.
- Place the plant indoors or in a terrarium/paludarium type structure with plenty of atmospheric humidity for optimal growth. Temperatures between 18°C and 30°C.
- Water with rainwater or demineralized water. The substrate must be kept moist all year round. Water from above, by spraying.
- In spring and summer, it is beneficial to spray the plant with fertilizer diluted to a quarter, twice a month.
The Cryptanthus bivittatus , native to eastern Brazil , is a small wonder of nature nicknamed Earth Star by English speakers. We never tire of admiring its glowing rosette of purple-veined, leathery and fleshy toothed leaves.
It can reach 20 cm in diameter and height. After its discreet flowering (its name comes from the Greek krypto , hidden, and anthos , flower), shoots develop alongside the mother plant, which continues its growth.
Lightens and whitens in the low season, a bit like the "pink" form of this cryptanth.
