Cryptanthus ‘Rubin Star’ D9 - earth star

Cryptanthus ‘Rubin Star’, also known as “Earth Star”, is a tropical plant from the Bromeliaceae family, valued for its unique appearance and vibrant colors. Its leaves are long, narrow, and arranged in a flat rosette, with slightly serrated edges. This variety stands out with shades of intense red, pink, and green, creating a spectacular effect. Cryptanthus ‘Rubin Star’ is an ideal plant for indoor spaces due to its compact size and low maintenance requirements.

Care

1. Light

• Prefers strong indirect light to maintain the vivid colors of the leaves.

• It can tolerate medium light, but colors will be more intense in good light conditions.

• Avoid direct sun exposure, which can burn the leaves.

2. Temperature

• The ideal temperature is between 18-26°C.

• The plant does not tolerate cold; avoid exposure to temperatures below 15°C.

• Make sure it is protected from cold drafts.

3. Humidity

• Prefers a moderate to high humidity environment.

• In dry spaces, periodically mist the leaves with water or place the plant on a tray with pebbles and water to increase humidity around it.

4. Watering

• Keep the soil slightly moist, but not soaked. Water the plant when the top layer of soil is dry to the touch.

• Avoid stagnant water, as roots can rot.

• Use chlorine-free water or rainwater, if possible, to avoid mineral buildup.

5. Soil

• Use well-drained soil, such as a Bromeliad mix or a cactus soil mix combined with perlite.

• Drainage is essential to prevent water accumulation.

6. Fertilization

• Fertilize the plant every 4-6 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer) with a diluted liquid fertilizer for tropical plants or Bromeliads.

• Fertilizing is not necessary during winter.

7. Repotting

• Repot the plant when it becomes too crowded or when the pups grow enough to be separated.

• Use a pot with good drainage and fresh soil.

8. Pruning and maintenance

• Remove dry or damaged leaves to maintain a neat appearance.

• Pups can be separated from the mother plant when they reach one third of its size and have their own roots.

Height with pot included approx. 12 cm

The ceramic pot is not included in the price.