Cryptanthus Bivittatus (Starfish, Earth Star) a small bromeliad, earth star is an excellent choice for damp rooms where space is limited. Mature plants are only 5 inches tall and 6 inches wide. Unlike other bromeliads, earthstar flowers are small and hidden, so they are grown primarily for their pointed, star-like wavy leaves. Coarse leaf scales are easily visible on most cultivars and absorb moisture and nutrients well. Older plants often flatten out a bit before flowering, then slowly fail. Use scissors to cut the leaves to half their length, which speeds the growth of emerging lags.

Earth Star, Starfish Plant Planting and Care

• Indoor filtered light or outdoor shade is ideal for bivittatus earth star plant.
• The soil should be well-drained and fertile.
• Do not over-water the plant.
• Water twice a week.
• Feed the bivittatus starfish plant with organic fertilizer once a month.