Cyperus alternifolius [hardy form]
Also Known As
- Cyperus alternifolius 'Hardy'
- Hardy Papyrus
- Hardy Umbrella Papyrus
Plant type
perennial, aquatic
size
- H: 4'-5'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 7b-10b
Cyperus alternifolius [hardy form] plant details
Cyperus alternifolius [hardy form] is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial aquatic with green foliage. In summer green flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and standing water - even moisture water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cyperus alternifolius [hardy form]
- Plant type: perennial aquatic
- Plant family: cyperaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: green blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyperus alternifolius [hardy form]
- USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: standing water - even moisture
- Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich
Gardening facts about Cyperus alternifolius [hardy form] plant
How to Grow Cyperus alternifolius [hardy form]
Water Needs
- standing water - even moisture
Soil Needs
- rich
Sun Exposure
- sun
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Flower Season
- summer
Flower Color
- green
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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aka Cyperus papyrus 'Baby Tut', Little Tut Miniature Papyrus
Plant Type
Perennial, Aquatic
Zones
8b-12
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun -dappled shade
- standing water -regular
aka Cyperus 'Giant Egyptian', Cyperus papyrus 'Giganteus', Egyptian Paper Plant, Egyptian Papyrus, Egyptian Reed, Giganteus Papyrus, Papyrus
Plant Type
Perennial, Aquatic
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 8'-15'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun -mostly shade
- standing water -regular
aka Umbrella Papyrus, Umbrella Sedge
Plant Type
Perennial, Aquatic
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 3'-7'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun -mostly shade
- even moisture -regular
Scientific Name: Cyperus papyrus 'Perkamentus'
aka Cyperus papyrus 'King Tut', Cyperus papyrus x 'Dwarf Giant Papyrus', Dwarf Giant Papyrus Paper Plant, Papyrus
Plant Type
Perennial, Aquatic
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun -mostly shade
- standing water -regular
aka Cyperus isocladus, Dwarf Egyptian Paper Plant, Dwarf Papyrus, Miniature Flatsedge
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 18"-36"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun -shade
- standing water -regular
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