Welcome to The Bio Dude!
Planted, established in a 5" pot Cryptanthus Earth Star. This beautiful, hardy plant does great in all Bio Dude substrates.
Earth stars come in many shapes an sizes and boast a durable, beautiful structure.
All of the Dude's plants are all vivarium safe. Plants are shipped in pots, wrapped in newspaper.
Common Name: Earth Star
Scientific Name: Cryptanthus x 'Red Baron'
-Care Recommendations By The Dude-
Best for These Animals: Small, and some moderate-sized reptiles and amphibians, particularly frogs.
Bio Dude Substrates: All substrate types
Soil Depth: Shallow to moderate, with proper drainage
Lighting: Most light levels suitable-- Higher light will promote deeper coloration
Humidity & Misting: 40%-100% *Higher humidity preferred, but can tolerate low humidity.
Mature Plant Size & Root System: Cryptanthus will stay low and grow wider with age, eventually blooming at the center of the plant! It has a shallow fibrous root system.
Temperature Tolerance & Placement in the Terrarium: Too high temperatures or low humidity may cause leaves to brown. Can be used as a front (low) placement, or mounted (only in high humidity environments).
Edible & Side Effects if Ingested: Non-toxic if consumed, though these are typically used for ornamental, not edible, purposes.
Pot Size & Packaging: A single 5" potted Cryptanthus Red Baron plant is shipped in the pot, wrapped in paper.
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