cryptanthus
Cryptanthus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Bromeliaceae, subfamily Bromelioideae. The genus name is from the Greek cryptos (hidden) and anthos (flower). This genus has two recognized subgenera: the type subgenus and Hoplocryptanthus Mez. All species of this genus are endemic to Brazil. The common name for any Cryptanthus is "Earth star".
cryptanthus taxonomy
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Cryptanthus Zonatus
Cryptanthus zonatus is a plant species in the genus Cryptanthus. This species is endemic to Brazil..
Cryptanthus Whitmanii
Cryptanthus whitmanii is a plant species in the genus Cryptanthus. This species is endemic to Brazil..
Cryptanthus Warren-Loosei
Cryptanthus warren-loosei is a plant species in the genus Cryptanthus. This species is endemic to Brazil..
Cryptanthus Pickelii
Cryptanthus pickelii is a plant species in the genus Cryptanthus. This species is endemic to Brazil..
Cryptanthus Microglazioui
Cryptanthus microglazioui is a species of flower in the genus Cryptanthus. This species is endemic to Brazil..
Cryptanthus Lacerdae
Cryptanthus lacerdae is a plant species in the genus Cryptanthus. This species is endemic to Brazil..
Cryptanthus Incrassatus
Cryptanthus incrassatus is a plant species in the genus Cryptanthus. This species is endemic to Brazil..
Cryptanthus Glaziovii
Cryptanthus glaziovii is a species in the genus Cryptanthus. This species is endemic to Brazil..
Cryptanthus Fosterianus
Cryptanthus fosterianus is a plant species in the genus Cryptanthus. This species is endemic to Brazil..
Cryptanthus Delicatus
Cryptanthus delicatus is a plant species in the genus Cryptanthus. This species is endemic to Brazil. The plant can grow up to 6-12 in. (15-30 cm.).
Cryptanthus Correia-Araujoi
Cryptanthus correia-araujoi is a plant species in the genus Cryptanthus. This species is endemic to Brazil..
Cryptanthus Coriaceus
Cryptanthus coriaceus is a plant species in the genus Cryptanthus. This species is endemic to Brazil..
cryptanthus care
Indirect light
Keep them out of harsh direct sunlight, as too much of it can scorch their leaves!
Low
After planting, water in well and allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
More than 70%
Grow well in an environment with 80%-100% humidity.
