{"product_id":"cryptanthus-bivittatus-red-star","title":"Cryptanthus ‘Red Star’ (Earth Star)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCryptanthus ‘Red Star’\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as “Earth Star,” is a tropical plant from the Bromeliaceae family, appreciated for its spectacular leaves arranged in a flat, compact rosette. The leaves are long, narrow, slightly wavy, and have serrated edges, while their color ranges from intense red to more subtle shades of pink and green. Thanks to its small size and vibrant appearance, it is perfect for decorating offices, shelves, or terrariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt prefers bright, indirect light, which helps maintain the intense colors of the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIts tolerance for medium light makes it suitable for more dimly lit indoor spaces, but the colors may become more faded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAvoid direct sunlight, which can cause leaf burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt grows best at temperatures between 18-26°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe plant does not tolerate cold; keep the temperature above 15°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMake sure it is protected from cold drafts or sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt prefers moderate to high humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIf the air is too dry, mist the leaves periodically with water or place the plant on a tray with pebbles and water to increase humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is suitable for terrariums, where humidity levels are naturally higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eKeep the soil slightly moist but well drained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWater the plant when the top layer of soil is dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAvoid standing water to prevent root and plant base rot. Use rainwater or chlorine-free water if possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUse well-draining soil, such as a Bromeliad mix or a cactus soil mix with perlite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGood drainage is essential to prevent water buildup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFertilize the plant once every 4-6 weeks during the active growing season (spring and summer) with a weak liquid fertilizer for Bromeliads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eReduce fertilization during the dormant period (fall and winter).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e7.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRepotting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRepot the plant only when it becomes too crowded or when the pups (offsets) are large enough to be separated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUse a small pot with good drainage and fresh soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e8.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning and maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRemove dry or damaged leaves to maintain a neat appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePups can be separated from the mother plant when they reach one-third of its size and have their own roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePot diameter 5 cm\u003cbr\u003eAttention! The color of this plant varies depending on the light level, fertilizer, substrate, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"5 cm pot","offer_id":54014536974662,"sku":"","price":3.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/9BE0E444-377D-4E50-B678-85CAFDFFD6EC.jpg?v=1791404444","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-lu\/products\/cryptanthus-bivittatus-red-star","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}