{"product_id":"cryptanthus-black-mystic","title":"Cryptanthus Black Mystic","description":"\u003cp\u003eYoung plant in a plastic pot, suitable for indoor pots, terrariums, vivariums, and paludariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCryptanthus ‘Black Mystic’ is a terrestrial Earth Star bromeliad valued for its dark, dramatic foliage and pronounced zebra-like banding. The elongated leaves display deep chocolate to near-black base tones overlaid with contrasting silvery transverse markings. Serrated and slightly undulating leaf margins enhance its bold texture. Under strong indirect light, contrast between the dark base and lighter banding becomes more defined. As with many Cryptanthus hybrids, coloration intensity varies depending on light strength, humidity, and plant maturity. The plant forms a spreading rosette and produces offsets over time, often developing into striking clustered displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch5 class=\"margin-top-20 padding-top-20\"\u003eMore Information\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain image is a young plant, similar to the plant you will receive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe last image shows a mature, well-grown specimen for reference only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll plants are shipped in a plastic pot with mixed growing medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-features2 margin-top-20 padding-top-20\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Stats:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eType:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBromeliad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eModerate\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e18–30 °C\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium (50–80%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e20–40+ cm in diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHorticultural hybrid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"clear:both; height:20px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n\n\u003ch5\u003eNatural Variation Transport\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCryptanthus naturally vary in banding intensity, color depth, and leaf shape. Contrast between dark base tones and lighter striping depends on light, humidity, nutrition, and maturity. No two plants are identical. Minor cosmetic stress (leaf marks, slight color fading, or edge deformation) may occur during transport and is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch5 class=\"margin-top-20 padding-top-20\"\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide bright indirect light and a well-draining substrate. Cryptanthus are terrestrial bromeliads and do not form a water-holding central cup. Keep the growing medium lightly moist but never waterlogged, allowing partial drying between waterings. Stable humidity and good air circulation help maintain strong coloration and structured growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCryptanthus grow slowly and produce offsets around the base over time. Each rosette flowers once, typically producing small pale blooms, then gradually declines while leaving pups to continue growth. Suitable for terrariums, vivariums, and tropical plant displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eBiosecurity Animal Safety\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are disinfected and maintained in low-risk conditions and kept free from animals. However, these plants were previously grown outdoors. For sensitive enclosures or animal habitats, we recommend additional sanitation before introduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"864\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"864\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFind more terrarium plants along with terrarium enclosures and equipments such as lights, misters, humidifiers, hygrometers, substrates, tools and materials available in our store. For other terrarium services, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discus.ae\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e for more details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Discus.ae","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51984416440596,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1100\/2724\/files\/04-1.jpg?v=1771767364","url":"https:\/\/www.discus.ae\/products\/cryptanthus-black-mystic","provider":"Discus.ae","version":"1.0","type":"link"}