Cryptanthus ‘Pink Starlight’
Cryptanthus 'Pink Starlight' has olive green to brownish leaves with hot pink margins.
Cryptanthus are epiphytic bromeliads endemic to Brazil often called earth stars. They have strappy, rippled foliage with beautiful patterns. They make a great addition to houseplant or succulent collections. ‘Pink Starlight’ has olive green to brownish leaves with hot pink margins. Grow in moist, well-drained, sphagnum soils. Water regularly and provide high humidity in bright but indirect light.
Common Name: Earth Star
Family: Bromeliaceae (The Pineapple Family)
Zone Hardiness: 10-11
Light: Part Sun, Part Shade
Height: 4-8"
Width: 4-8"
Primary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Bloom Time: Summer
Foliage Colour: Burgundy/Red/Purple, Green
Class: Evergreen
Type: Tender
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: An epiphyte from humid regions of Brazil.
Award:
Geographical Origin: Central and South America, Garden Origin
