Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt'
Taxonomy
Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt'
Cryptanthus
Bromeliaceae
Poales
How to care for Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt'
Water
How often to water your Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt'
every 12
Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt' needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
12
Light
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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt' in your home
a window
Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt' love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt' does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt' in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt'
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt' after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt' thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt' requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt' prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.
Soil
Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt' grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt' is native to Brazil.
Care Summary for Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt'
Cryptanthus 'Betty Ann Prevatt'
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 12 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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