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Cyperus papyrus King Tut

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Botanical Name: Common Names:

Cyperus papyrus King Tut Papyrus Sedge, Paper Reed, Indian Matting Plant, Nile Grass,

Native: Foliage Type:

No Evergreen

Plant Type: Plant Habit:

Water Plants Upright, Upright Narrow

Description:

A stunning, tall, aquatic flowering sedge. 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. Grows approximately 1.5m H x 1.2m W.

Mature Height: Mature Width:

1-2m 1-2m

Position: Soil Type:

Full Sun, Semi Shade Any

Landscape Use(s)

Aquatic Garden, Feature, Foliage Feature / Colour, Mass Planting, 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: Green

Flower Fragrant: No

Flowering Season: Summer

Fruit: No

Requirements Tolerances

Growth Rate: Fast

Maintenance Level: Low

Water Usage: High

Drought: Low

Frost: Tender

Wind: Medium / Moderate

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