Cryptanthus 'Marion Oppenheimer' - Striking Earth Star Bromeliad
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Cryptanthus 'Marion Oppenheimer': Captivating Colourful Foliage
Cryptanthus 'Marion Oppenheimer' is a striking cultivar of the Earth Star bromeliad, appreciated for its vibrant, rosette-shaped leaves. This plant originates from Brazilian rainforests and thrives as an epiphyte on the forest floor. Known for its low-growing habit and dazzling foliage, 'Marion Oppenheimer' provides a splash of colour to indoor gardens and terrariums.
Distinctive features:
- Foliage: Variegated leaves with vivid shades of pink, green, and cream arranged in a star-shaped rosette.
- Growth Habit: Compact and low-growing, reaching up to 15 cm in height and spread.
- Flowers: Small and inconspicuous white blooms emerging occasionally from the centre.
Care Tips:
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight to maintain leaf colouration.
- Water: Keep the soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging; ensure good drainage.
- Humidity: Thrives in high humidity environments; mist frequently or place on a humidity tray.
- Media: Use a well-draining, peat-based soil mix suited for bromeliads.
- Temperature: Ideal temperature range is 18–26°C; protect from temperatures below 13°C.
- Fertiliser: Apply a diluted, balanced liquid fertiliser monthly during the growing season.
- Repotting: Repot every 2–3 years or when the plant outgrows its container.
Additional Notes
- Perfectly suited for terrariums or as a colourful accent in mixed indoor plant arrangements.
- Non-toxic and safe around pets.
Cryptanthus 'Marion Oppenheimer' offers vibrant, year-round colour, making it a delightful choice for both beginner and experienced indoor gardeners seeking an eye-catching yet easy-to-maintain plant.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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- Dispatch Day: All orders are dispatched on Tuesdays.
- Cut-off for Same Week Dispatch: Orders must be placed by Monday 7am (AEST) to be sent that week. Orders placed after this will be dispatched the following Tuesday.
WA, NT & TAS Orders
- Cut-off: Orders to WA, NT and TAS must be placed by Friday 7am (AEST) to be included in the following week’s dispatch.
- Treatment & Delay: These orders require biosecurity treatment and certification, which is completed each Friday. Please allow an additional 1–2 weeks for processing.
Plant Health Certification (PHAC) 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 cost at checkout.
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Size: 66mm pot
