{"product_id":"cryptanthus-earth-star-terrarium-plant-live-indoor-plant","title":"Cryptanthus ‘Earth Star’ (Cryptanthus bivittatus) Terrarium Plant – Live Indoor Plant","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eCryptanthus ‘Earth Star’ is a striking terrarium plant known for its colourful star-shaped foliage and compact growth. Native to Brazil, Cryptanthus belongs to the bromeliad family and thrives in warm, humid environments, making it perfect for closed terrariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUseful Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cryptanthus ‘Earth Star’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name: \u003c\/strong\u003eCryptanthus bivittatus\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther names: \u003c\/strong\u003eEarth Star Plant\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eBrazil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePot size: \u003c\/strong\u003e6 cm nursery pot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerrarium suitability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for closed terrariums\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet safety: \u003c\/strong\u003eGenerally considered non-toxic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy You’ll Love This Plant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eUnique star-shaped foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eCompact size perfect for terrariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eAdds colour and structure to plant displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eEasy-care tropical plant suitable for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eArrives in a 6 cm nursery pot with care instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eWrapped using eco-friendly paper packaging – never plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e Bright, indirect light\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep soil lightly moist, but avoid waterlogging\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/b\u003e Enjoys moderate to high humidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoid strong direct sunlight and cold drafts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/b\u003e Cryptanthus plants grow in a low rosette shape and remain relatively compact\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this plant suitable for terrariums?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYes - Cryptanthus thrives in warm, humid environments and works very well in terrariums, where its compact size and colourful foliage can be fully appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Cryptanthus easy to care for?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYes – it is considered a beginner-friendly houseplant and adapts well to indoor conditions with bright indirect light and moderate humidity.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy is it called an Earth Star?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThe plant’s rosette of pointed leaves spreads outward in a star-like shape, which gives the plant its common name “Earth Star”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill this plant grow large?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCryptanthus plants remain relatively small and compact, making them ideal for terrariums and small indoor plant displays.\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Packaging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eOrders are dispatched Monday to Thursday. Postage for this plant starts from £3.99 via Royal Mail Tracked 48, with free delivery on orders over £45. Once your order is ready to be sent, you will receive a dispatch confirmation email from Leaves and Prickles, followed by delivery updates from Royal Mail via email.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eAll orders are carefully packaged using paper-based or biodegradable materials – never plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eDon’t forget to check out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leavesandprickles.co.uk\/products\/build-your-own-terrarium-plant-bundle-3-plants\" title=\"Terrarium Plant Bundle - 3 plants \"\u003eChoose Your Own 3 Terrarium Plants Bundle\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leavesandprickles.co.uk\/products\/build-your-own-terrarium-plant-bundle-5-plants\" title=\"Terrarium Plant Bundle - 5 plants \"\u003e5 Terrarium Plants Bundle\u003c\/a\u003e and save with multibuy options.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"leaves and prickles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52606075666755,"sku":null,"price":5.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0821\/2224\/4419\/files\/Earth_Star_Terrarium_Plant_2.jpg?v=1757509285","url":"https:\/\/leavesandprickles.co.uk\/products\/cryptanthus-earth-star-terrarium-plant-live-indoor-plant","provider":"leaves and prickles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}