**Scientific Name** Cryptanthus bivittatus (hidden flower, double banded) 'Light Pink Star' **Common Name** Light Pink Star Earth Star, Light Pink Star Starfish Plant, Rose-Stripe Star, Earth Star Bromeliad **Origin** Native to Brazil **Description** The Earth Star is a striking plant whose leaves form a star-like rosette. As it grows, new leaves sprout from the centre and the plant gets taller, growing multiple layers of star-shaped foliage! These leaves are stiff, like other Bromeliad species, but unlike some it needs to be watered from the roots rather than a central well. This variety's striped leaves are patterned with a delicate light pink colour, contrasting with its varied shades of green leaf colouring. It can grow out in a pot but, thanks to its love of humidity, will benefit from growing in a glass cabinet or terrarium, or in a group of plants where the humidity level will be higher. **Light** Bright, indirect light will be best for this plant. It will benefit from the addit