Cryptanthus acaulis
TAXONOMIE
FamilieBromeliaceae
GattungCryptanthus
Zone10
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Cryptanthus acaulis, commonly known as Earth Star, is a perennial plant in the Bromeliaceae family. Native to Brazil, it thrives in wet tropical climates. The plant is known for its rosette of wavy, star-shaped leaves that come in various shades of green, red, and pink. It does not have a dormancy period and is often grown for its ornamental foliage.
AUCH BEKANNT ALS
Bromelia Pumila
Earth Star
Madvigia Densiflora
Cryptanthus acaulis var. acaulis
Cryptanthus acaulis var. argenteus
Cryptanthus acaulis var. discolor
Cryptanthus acaulis var. purpureus
Cryptanthus acaulis var. ruber
Cryptanthus discolor
Cryptanthus pumilus
Cryptanthus sinuosus
Cryptanthus testaceus
Cryptanthus undulatus
Cryptanthus undulatus var. purpureus
Cryptanthus undulatus var. ruber
Tillandsia acaulis
ÜBERBLICK
VPDBerechnung
WasserNass
BodenLehmig
LichtIndirekt hell (6 Std)
Temperatur24° C
Feuchtigkeit70
PH5,5
Druck1.013
EINZELHEITEN
Pflegehinweise
Cryptanthus acaulis requires indirect bright light and moderate temperatures to thrive. It prefers high humidity and should be kept in a consistently moist environment. Regular misting can help maintain the required humidity levels. Avoid placing the plant in direct sunlight as it can scorch the leaves.Boden
This plant prefers a well-draining, loamy soil mix. A mix designed for bromeliads or a combination of peat, perlite, and pine bark works well. Ensure the soil remains moist but not waterlogged to prevent root rot.Dünger
Use a balanced fertilizer with an N-P-K ratio of 10-10-10. Fertilize the plant monthly during the growing season. Dilute the fertilizer to half the recommended strength to avoid over-fertilization.Umtopfen
Repot Cryptanthus acaulis every 1-2 years or when it outgrows its current pot. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one and ensure it has good drainage. Gently remove the plant from its old pot, shake off excess soil, and place it in the new pot with fresh soil mix.Vermehrung
Propagate Cryptanthus acaulis through offsets or 'pups' that grow at the base of the plant. Wait until the pups are at least one-third the size of the mother plant before removing them. Plant the pups in a similar soil mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment until they establish roots.Beschneidung
Pruning is generally not required for Cryptanthus acaulis. However, you can remove any dead or damaged leaves to maintain the plant's appearance. Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning shears to make clean cuts.Toxizität
Cryptanthus acaulis is not toxic to pets or humans. It is safe to grow in households with children and animals.Zusätzlich
Ensure good air circulation around the plant to prevent fungal infections. Regularly check for pests such as mealybugs and spider mites, and treat them promptly if found.REVOLUTIONIEREN SIE IHRE PFLANZENPFLEGE
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