Cryptanthus zonatus

Cryptanthus zonatus, commonly known as the zebra plant, is a species of epiphyte belonging to the pineapple family, Bromeliaceae. Native to South America, this plant is cultivated for its attractive foliage.12

The zebra plant features stemless leaves that grow in a rosette directly from the root. These leaves have prickly edges and are wavy-edged. Cryptanthus zonatus specifically has greenish-brown or coppery leaves on top, marked with bands of tan or brown, and typically grows to about 22 cm (approximately 8.5 inches) tall. The flowers are usually white and appear in a dense cluster at the center of the rosette.2