Cryptanthus zonatus

Cryptanthus zonatus is a member of the Bromeliaceae family. Cryptanthus bromeliads are unique in that they grow only terrestrially, unlike many other bromeliads which can be grown mounted on a substrate.

Cryptanthus are also known as Earth Stars, a name they got because of the shape of their leaves. With over 1,200 different varieties, Cryptanthus have incredibly varied and beautiful leaves, ranging from dark green to bright red and pink to silvery stripes. "Earth Stars" are native to South America.

Pot diameter 9 cm

In the cold season, the plant is sold as in presentation picture 1 - with green leaves.