Cryptanthus 'Marian Oppenheimer' - Earth Star Bromeliad
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Cryptanthus 'Marian Oppenheimer' is a cultivar appreciated for its broad, arching leaves with deep red tones marked by soft pink to pale green banding. Like other members of the Cryptanthus genus, it forms a flat, star-shaped rosette close to the surface, a characteristic growth form suited to indoor displays. Species within this group originate from Brazil, where they grow in shaded habitats, and this cultivar inherits the compact stature typical of the genus, usually remaining under 20 cm in diameter.
Care Tips:
- Light – Bright, indirect light helps maintain leaf colour and banding
- Water – Keep slightly moist but avoid waterlogging; allow the top layer to dry briefly between waterings
- Humidity – Prefers moderate to high humidity; mist or use a humidity tray if grown indoors
- Media – Use a free-draining, slightly acidic bromeliad mix
- Temperature – Thrives at 18–27 °C, avoiding cold drafts
- Fertiliser – Apply diluted liquid fertiliser monthly during the growing season
- Repotting – Repot when offsets fill the pot, usually 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
