Cryptanthus Bromeliad, Earth Star
Cryptanthus 'Corinne'

Family: Bromeliaceae (bro-mee-lee-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Cryptanthus (krip-TAN-thus)
Cultivar: Corinne

Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Partial to Full Shade

Foliage
Grown for foliage
Evergreen

Foliage Color
Burgundy/Maroon

Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)

Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual

Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

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Patent Information

Propagation Methods

Seed Collecting