Cryptanthus bivittatus 'Ruby' - Ruby Earth Star

Ruby Earth Star - Vibrant Indoor Gem

Cryptanthus bivittatus 'Ruby', commonly known as the Ruby Earth Star, is an eye-catching cultivar admired for its striking ruby-red foliage. Native to Brazilian rainforests, this compact plant offers a vibrant splash of colour and thrives effortlessly indoors.

Distinctive Features

• Foliage: Rosette-forming, flat leaves with vivid ruby-red and deep pink shades, accented by striking green and cream stripes.
• Growth Habit: Compact, typically growing up to 10-15 cm tall, forming dense clusters that spread around 15-20 cm wide.
• Flowers: Produces small, white flowers infrequently, emerging from the centre of the rosette, often overshadowed by the brilliant foliage.

Care Tips

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight; avoid direct sun exposure to prevent foliage scorching.
• Humidity: Requires consistently high humidity; mist frequently or position near humidity trays.
• Media: Well-drained, acidic, peat-rich or specialized bromeliad potting mix.
• Repotting: Repot when overcrowded or every 2-3 years, ideally in springtime.
• Propagation: Easily propagated by offsets that form around the base of mature plants.
• Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight; moderate to bright indirect lighting enhances leaf colour intensity.
• Humidity: High humidity is essential; regularly mist or use humidity trays for optimal foliage vibrancy.
• Water: Maintain slightly moist soil; water moderately, allowing the top layer to dry between watering sessions.

Additional Notes

• Non-toxic to pets, making it a safe and attractive option for households with animals.
• Colour intensity improves with brighter indirect sunlight but avoid direct