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Cryptanthus Bromeliad, Earth Star

Cryptanthusdelicatus

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Family
Bromeliaceae (bro-mee-lee-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Cryptanthus (krip-TAN-thus)
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Species
delicatus (del-ih-KAY-tus)
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Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Partial to Full Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing

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Hardiness
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
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Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
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Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements

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Seed Collecting

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