Cryptanthus bivittatus - Earth Star Bromeliad
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Cryptanthus bivittatus is a small terrestrial bromeliad species known for its low, star-shaped rosette of thin, striated leaves. The foliage often displays green with longitudinal cream or pink stripes, with colouration influenced by light levels. Native to the understories of Brazil’s Atlantic Forest, this species grows in leaf litter and shallow soils, forming compact mats and occasionally producing small, inconspicuous white flowers at the rosette’s centre.
Care Tips:
- Light – Bright, indirect light enhances leaf striping; avoid direct midday sun
- Water – Keep slightly moist; allow the top layer to dry briefly between waterings
- Humidity – Benefits from moderate to high humidity
- Media – Free‑draining, slightly acidic mix, such as a bromeliad blend
- Temperature – Prefers warm conditions, 18–27 °C
- Fertiliser – Apply diluted fertiliser during active growth every 4–6 weeks
- Repotting – Repot when offsets crowd the container, typically every 2–3 years
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
- Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
- Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
- $20 fee applies to WA orders.
- $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
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Size: 66mm pot
