Botanical Name: Common Names:
Cyperus alternifolius Umbrella Papyrus, Umbrella Sedge,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Water Plants Spreading, Upright, V-Shaped
Description:
A stunning, very tall, aquatic flowering sedge. Grows approximately 1.5m x 2m. Green stems rise up from the water are topped with clusters of bright green feathery thread-like stems. Green-brown flowers appear in summer followed by brown nutty fruits. Excellent architectural feature plant for large ponds, water features and tubs.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
1-2m 1-2m
Position: Soil Type:
Any, Full Sun, Semi Shade, Shade Loam, Sandy
Landscape Use(s)
Aquatic Garden, Feature, Foliage Feature / Colour, Mass Planting, Shady Garden, Tropical Garden, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods
Family Name: Origin:
Cyperaceae Africa
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Brown
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Summer
Fruit: Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: High
Drought: Low
Frost: Moderate
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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