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Buy Cyperus alternifolius 'Zero'

Also Known As

  • Cyperus sp. 'Zero'
  • Zero Papyrus

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like, aquatic

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 1'-6'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

4" | $17

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Cyperus alternifolius 'Zero' plant details

Cyperus sp. 'Zero' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aquatic with green foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and standing water - high water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cyperus sp. 'Zero'

Plant type: perennial aquatic
Plant family: cyperaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyperus sp. 'Zero'

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: standing water - high
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and rich

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hardier Papyrus to 0 degrees F! upright stems to 4’ topped with umbrella ribs of leaves in a slowly expanding clump for ponds, bogs and wet areas. (Grows in average moisture too.) Best in full sun in good fertile soil; an architectural, tropicalissimo selection; you can even grow it in a pot in a saucer of water. Cleopatra would approve.

Gardening facts about Cyperus alternifolius 'Zero' plant

How to Grow Cyperus alternifolius 'Zero'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • standing water - high
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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