Silver Leaved Earth-Star
Also known as
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5 years to reach maturity
Silver Leaved Earth-Star Overview
Cryptanthus argyrophyllus is an evergreen perennial plant from the Bromeliaceae family. It is not currently recognised as a species and may turn out to be a cultivar. Commonly known by the names Silver Leaved Earth-Star or Earth Star, this plant is a terrestrial bromeliad. Grown for the interesting succulent foliage. Wide leaves are arranged in rosettes, they have trichomes which give a silvery appearance. It produces small white flowers. Grow in partial shade and well draining soil.
Common problems with Silver Leaved Earth-Star
How to propagate Silver Leaved Earth-Star
You can propagate by offsets or suckers in late spring.
Special features of Silver Leaved Earth-Star
Other uses of Silver Leaved Earth-Star