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Cryptanthus Bivittatus 'Elaine' - Various Sizes

Ed's Plant Shop  |  SKU: EDS00000559

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$24.99
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Description

Cryptanthus Elaine: The Unique Earth Star Bromeliad

The Cryptanthus Elaine, a member of the Bromeliad family, stands out with its vibrant rosette of leaves featuring deep green hues accented by blushes of pink and red. This low-growing, terrestrial plant is known for its striking star-like shape, earning it the nickname "Earth Star." Its compact form makes it an excellent choice for terrariums or tabletop displays, providing an exotic touch to indoor collections.

Elaine Crypanthus Plant Profile

  • Scientific Name: Cryptanthus Bivittatus 
  • Common Name: Earth Star, Starfish plant, Elaine, Earth, Pink Starlight Star Bromeliad, Cryptanthus bromeliads
  • Family: Bromeliaceae 
  • Native Range: Brazil 

Elaine Crypanthus Care Guide

  • Light: Prefers bright indirect light indoors. Avoid direct sunlight. The brighter the light, the more colorful the leaves will be.
  • Water: Water when the soil is almost dry. Do not allow to dry out completely for an extended period of time.
  • Humidity: Moderate to high humidity. Perfect for terrariums.
  • Temperature: 55-90F
  • Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves and control growth.
  • Growth: Slow growth. Can grow to be 10" - 14" across.
  • Propagation:  Plant will grow small plants, called pups, that form at the base of the plant and can be propagated. 
  • Pests: Generally not subject to pests. Look out for whitefly, mealybugs, and spider miters.
  • Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets 

Fun Fact About Cryptanthus Elaine

Unlike many other bromeliads, Cryptanthus Elaine grows directly in soil rather than on trees. This terrestrial habit means it absorbs moisture and nutrients through its roots, allowing it to thrive with minimal care. The leaves of the Cryptanthus Elaine also display unique color changes under various light conditions, giving it a dynamic presence as it adapts to its environment.

Cultivar History of Cryptanthus Elaine

Cryptanthus Elaine belongs to the Cryptanthus genus, native to Brazil. It has evolved as a ground-dwelling plant in tropical forests, where it has developed remarkable resilience to varied light conditions. Known for its hardiness and adaptability, Cryptanthus Elaine became popular in cultivation due to its easy care and striking colors. This cultivar has become a favorite among indoor gardeners for its ability to add texture and color to low-light areas, reflecting the beauty of its tropical origins.

Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping

How do you ship your plants?

We carefully package each plant with love by hand right from our shop in Brooklyn. Extra steps are taken to ensure that every leaf arrives in pristine shape by using polyfill and encapsulating the plant in a protective paper sleeve. The soil is also hydrated before shipping so that the plant has plenty of water for it's travel to your doorstep. We offer several shipping speeds, so please choose the one that you feel comfortable with depending on your location. 

Will my plant look like the one on the website?

Awesome question, we're glad you asked. Given the nature of our plant shop, we're constantly moving plants in and out of the shop, making it difficult and borderline impossible to keep an exact picture of each plant. In addition to the constantly rotating crop, we often grow in batches of 6, 12, or sometimes more! With this quantity we are unable to take a photo of each and every plant. The photos that we attach to each product listing is going to be of a plant that represents the average size and fullness of that set of plants. Some may be slightly larger or smaller, but in general, similar.

Do you include heat packs with your plants?

We offer Heat Packs for sale separately from the plants in 40, 60 and 72 hour increments. Please add a heat pack or two to your order if you live in an area where your order may be affected during transit by cold temperatures. We are not responsible for orders that are placed and damage is incurred to the plant if a heat pack is not purchased.

Which heat pack should I choose?

Heat packs come in three different increments, so please choose the appropriate hour increment depending on the speed of shipping that you choose during checkout. For example, if you choose a cheaper shipping option that will take longer, please select the 72 hour heat pack. If you've chosen a shorter method of shipping, the 40 or 60 hour increment would work! We like to encourage our customers to always get more than you need, just to be on the safe side!

How long will it take to receive my order?

Standard shipping normally takes 3-5 days. Next day shipping is available on all domestic orders (for an additional charge). International shipping times depend on the products and destination (estimated at checkout).

Do you offer express shipping?

All orders are shipped 5-8 business days from the date it is placed. Please note that as a small plant shop, we do everything in our power to get orders out as fast as we can in the order that they come in. If you have circumstances that require expedited fulfillment, please connect with you and we can potentially offer options. 

What countries do you ship to?

We ship our selection of rare, healthy, and unique houseplants all across the United States including California. At this time, due to customs and agricultural limitations, we are unable to ship plants internationally from the United States.

Returns and Refunds

How do I return a product?

Items must be returned within 30 days after receiving your order. Items must be returned in the same condition in which they were received, be unworn/unused, have any tags still attached, and include all the original packaging.

How long will it take to receive my refund?

Refunds are processed within 7 days from when we receive the item(s).

What should I do if my plant arrives in poor shape? 

In the extremely unlikely event that your plant arrives in less than perfect condition, you're covered by our 15-day plant health guarantee. Simply snap a photo of your plant and send it over to us. We'll happily take a peek and offer suggestions on how to perk it back up, offer a store credit, or send a replacement. We like to make it as easy as possible!

Can I return or exchange a plant?

At this time, we do not accept returns on plants. In extreme circumstances where a return of a plant is necessary, the customer is responsible for the return shipping and a refund will only be issued if the plant arrives back to us in living condition.