Cryptanthus bivittatus

Earth Star Bromeliad, Pink Starlight, Starplant

Family: Bromeliaceae Bromeliad


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 10A - 11
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color White
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Container, ground cover, massing, rock garden
Height 7" to 8" / 20cm to 20cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green, pink, variegated
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Rounded, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage