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Cryptanthus Earth Star

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Cryptanthus – Earth Star Plant

Add a burst of colour and bold texture to your terrarium, shelf, or indoor display with the Cryptanthus, also known as the Earth Star. This eye-catching bromeliad forms a flat, star-shaped rosette of vibrant leaves that can range from pink to silver to deep bronze, depending on the variety and light levels.

Noel, our shopdog, with care guide, surrounded by vibrant potted plants and colourful foliage.

Free Care Guide With Every Purchase

Scan the plant pot QR for instant access to our care guide for your plant. No hassle, no stress, just healthy and happy plants.

This plant is:
✔️ Easy to Care For
✔️ Pet-Friendly
✔️ Slow Growing
✔️ Ideal for Terrariums & Vivariums
✔️ Great for Gifting
✔️ Loved by Bromeliad Collectors

The Earth Star is perfect for enclosed environments where it can enjoy warmth and humidity, but it also thrives on open shelves in bright, indirect light. Its compact growth and dramatic appearance make it a favourite for terrarium designers and plant lovers alike. Despite its bold look, it’s easy to grow and adds long-lasting interest to small spaces.

✨ Each plant is individually selected from our current stock. Colour, leaf shape, and pattern may vary – every Earth Star is uniquely beautiful.

🪴 Plants are shipped in nursery pots using recyclable and reused packaging materials, and come with a scannable QR code for full care guidance.

🪴 Quick Care Guide
☀️ Light: Bright, indirect light – colour deepens with stronger light
💧 Watering: Keep the soil slightly moist; avoid soggy conditions
💦 Humidity: Moderate to high – perfect for terrariums or bathrooms
💡 Extra Tip: Use our Highland Moss premium potting mix to support healthy roots and prevent rot in humid settings

**Q: How often should I water my new Earth Star to keep it healthy?**
A: Keep the soil slightly moist by watering it when the top layer feels dry to the touch. Avoid letting the soil become soggy as this can lead to root rot, especially in humid environments like terrariums.

**Q: Can the Earth Star plant be placed in a room with low light?**
A: Yes, the Earth Star can tolerate low light conditions, but its vibrant leaf colour will intensify when exposed to bright, indirect light. For optimal colour vibrancy, a spot with medium indirect light is preferable.

**Q: Is the packaging for the Earth Star sustainable?**
A: Absolutely! We ship the Earth Star in recyclable and reused packaging materials, emphasizing our commitment to sustainability. Additionally, each plant comes with a scannable QR code for digital care instructions, reducing paper use.

☀️ Light

☀️☀️▫️ (Medium)

The Cryptanthus Earth Star thrives in bright, indirect light. More light deepens the leaf colour, enhancing its vibrant hues. However, be cautious of direct sunlight, which may scorch the leaves.

💧 Water

💧💧▫️ (Medium)

Keep the soil slightly moist, but avoid waterlogging as this can lead to root rot. Water moderately, allowing the top layer of soil to dry out slightly between watering sessions.

💧️ Temperature

💧️💧️▫️ (Average)

This plant prefers typical indoor temperatures, ideally between 18°C and 24°C. Avoid sudden temperature drops and cold draughts which can stress the plant.

💦 Humidity

💦💦▫️ (Moderate)

Cryptanthus Earth Star enjoys moderate to high humidity levels. It’s perfect for environments like kitchens or bathrooms where the air tends to be moister.

🪴 Repotting

Repotting is rarely needed as the Earth Star is a slow grower. When needed, choose a shallow pot as the plant has a relatively small root system. Use a well-draining potting mix, ideally one designed for bromeliads or similar plants.

🐾 Pet Friendliness

This plant is non-toxic and safe for pets. A great choice for plant enthusiasts who have curious cats or dogs!

🪴 Recommended Locations at Home

Place your Cryptanthus in bright, indirect light spots such as well-lit bathrooms or kitchens. Its compact size also makes it ideal for desks and bookshelves.

🌬️🪴 Air Purifying

While not specifically known for its air-purifying abilities, like many houseplants, it can contribute to improving indoor air quality.

✨ Other Plant Features

Each Cryptanthus Earth Star is unique, with slight variations in colour, leaf shape, and pattern. This makes each one a special addition to your plant collection or a delightful gift.

If you have more questions, feel free to ask Mossbot, or contact us via our website. Remember, we also offer a free plant hospital service if your plants need a little extra TLC!

Authentic Photos of Our Plants: We take every photo you see, showcasing the actual plants we offer. Each plant is selected randomly unless otherwise stated, adding a touch of surprise to your order.

Natural Variations Make Each Plant Unique: No two plants are the same. Differences in size, leaf count, and minor cosmetic imperfections are part of their charm and individuality, making your plant truly one of a kind.

Healthy Plants, Always: While we can’t guarantee an exact match to the photos, we promise to send only happy, healthy plants that are well-cared for and ready to thrive in your space.

Let Your Plant Settle: Allow your new plant to adjust to its surroundings for 1–2 weeks before repotting, propagating, or making any major changes. This settling-in period reduces stress and helps your plant flourish.

Shipped-in Trusted Potting Mix: Our plants are delivered in a standard grower’s potting mix. When you’re ready to repot, choose from our premium-quality mixes designed specifically for aroids, succulents, and terrariums, available in our shop.

Expert Guidance on Repotting: I’m unsure if it’s time to repot. Check out our article, When to Repot Your Plant, for expert advice on keeping your plant healthy and happy.

Support for Climbing Plants: For Monstera, Philodendron, and Syngonium, add one of our handmade sphagnum moss poles and a watering drip cup. These accessories encourage natural growth, support larger leaves, and keep your plants neat and upright.

Simple Care at Your Fingertips: Every plant includes plant care instructions, and you can scan the QR code on the nursery pot to access detailed guides. For additional help, our Moss Bot is available 24/7 on the website to answer your plant care questions.

Complete Your Plant Setup: Browse our selection of stylish planters, precision pruning tools, watering tools, full spectrum grow lights, eco-friendly pest treatments, organic plant food, and efficient watering accessories. Everything you need for a thriving plant collection is just a click away.
Sustainably Packed with Care: Your plant will arrive safely, packed with reused and environmentally friendly materials. While we take great care to prevent damage, some fragile plants may experience minor leaf loss during transit—but don’t worry, your healthy plants will grow back.

Perfect for Every Plant Parent: Whether you’re just starting your plant journey or have a home filled with greenery, our products and accessories are designed to help you succeed.

We carefully wrap every order using eco-friendly materials wherever possible.

We use the Royal Mail tracked 24 delivery service.

Orders take 1 – 2 days processing time to send; orders placed before 1.30 pm are usually sent the same day.

Delivery is £6.95 per order, reduced to only £3.95 when you spend £20 or more

Spend over £80 for free delivery!

Free collection from our shop in Aberdeen and £3 local delivery available

On rare occasions, we may use alternative couriers if necessary.

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Beautiful plants, extremely fast delivery and easy website to navigate. Thank you so much for my plants. I absolutely love them… pet friendly options too 🙂

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September 15, 2025

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Prompt service.

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Fiona
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September 14, 2025

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I did not expect the items in my order to be so stunning and utterly joyous! The moss just sprang into verdant glory as soon as I unshackled it from its wax paper and unleashed it in its prepared spot in the miniature Lord of the Rings mood garden 🤪 As I said to the postie, forget snow to eskimos, we are shipping moss to Argyll! Lovely wee selection. The moss pole with cup is brilliantly designed and will make my monstera much happier in a room heated with a log burner and near a radiator. She is already very tolerant and happy but this will hopefully set her up for winter. A daily drench of warmed rainwater on that pole will recreate Amazonia for a plant that in my experience loves heat as long as humidity is good and I’m confident she will take over the world. Please never stop doing extensions!

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September 14, 2025

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Prompt delivery and loved the cute instructions.

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