Cryptanthus cv It
When we think of bromeliads, a plant growing in the form of a rosette usually comes to mind, whose leaves, when touched, remind us of the touch of plastic. They are rigid, but many times we do not imagine them with thorns. But crypt it is, in addition to being very decorative, a bit prickly.
It is a bromeliad belonging to the genus Cryptanthus native to Brazil, perfect to have inside the home.
Characteristics of the crypt
Cryptanthus warasii
Plants of the genus Cryptanthus form basal rosettes with narrow, leathery leaves, with a spiny edge, of very diverse colors: green-glaucous, bi or tricolor, reddish ... They often have longitudinal or transverse stripes, which increase their ornamental value. The flowers are very small, white.
Due to its tropical origin, can't stand the cold. But that is not a problem since it is one of the bromeliads that best adapts to living indoors. In fact, it can be placed inside a bottle to create a mini garden, in terrariums, or in planters along with other bromeliads placed on a log to recreate their habitat.
How do you take care of yourself?
Cryptanthus zonatus
If you want to have one or more cryptants, follow our advice:
- Location: indoors, in a room with plenty of natural light.
- Substratum: slightly acidic. It is highly recommended to mix mulch with peat moss in equal parts.
- Irrigation: moderate, allowing the soil to dry out before watering again. You have to use lime-free water, or if it is not possible to get it, acidified (that is, pouring the liquid from half a lemon to 1l of water).
- Subscriber: in spring and summer it must be paid with universal soluble fertilizer following the indications specified on the packaging.
- Multiplication: by suckers in spring.
- Rusticity: supports up to 10ºC. If the temperature drops further, it will weaken.
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