Bromeliad Cryptanthus 'Calypso'
Pet Safe
This plant is rated as Pet Safe!
No Story Stake
Does not contain a Story Stake at this time.
Light Level
Bright Indirect
Watering Level
Dry slightly between watering
- Family-owned nursery located in Oviedo, FL
- From Our Greenhouse to Your House®
- Every plant is pest & disease free.
- Does this plant have a purchasing limit? per no limit
- In stock, ready to ship
- Backordered, shipping soon
'Calypso' is a hybrid of Cryptanthus beuckeri x 'Strawberries Flambe' created by Carole Richtmyer. The leaves are light green with dark green mottling with bright pink overlay, reaching 14" in diameter at maturity and will produce pups at the base of the plant.
Cryptanthus are commonly referred to as “Earth Stars”. Keep the soil damp at all times. Prefers bright indirect light, will tolerate a bit of early morning or late afternoon direct sun, midday sun can scorch the leaves. Protect from temps below 40F.