All About C. bivittatus (Great for BioActive Tanks)
Cryptanthus Bivittatus is a member of the Bromeliaceae family of tropical plants. It has many common names such as starfish plant, earth star and Red Star Bromeliad.
The bromeliad is a plant commonly grown in terrariums.
This pretty bromeliad is native to Brazil and has a lovely star like shape made of stemless rosettes of leaves. It is fairly easy to grow as long as you remember a few tips.
Temperature requirement: 60 - 85°F
Humidity: Dry (0-30%) Moderate (30-70%) Humid (70-100%)
Watering frequency: During summer months water once a week moderately; In winter water once a month
Lighting: Full Shade Partial Shade Full Sun
Soil type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here.
Growth rate: Slow
Height: 6” tall; 15” wide
Origin: South America; Brazil
Regional locality: Found growing on the rainforest floor in sunny clearings
USDA Hardiness Zone: 10-11
Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:
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Care Notes: After flowering, the mother plant will die back while also producing new pup plants