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    Cyperus papyrus

    Also Known As

    • Cyperus 'Giant Egyptian'
    • Cyperus papyrus 'Giganteus'
    • Egyptian Paper Plant
    • Egyptian Papyrus
    • Egyptian Reed
    • Giganteus Papyrus
    • Papyrus

    Plant type

    perennial, aquatic

    size

    • H: 8'-15'
    • W: 2'-4'

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

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    Cyperus papyrus plant details

    Cyperus papyrus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aquatic with chartreuse and green foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and standing water - regular water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Cyperus papyrus

    Plant type: perennial aquatic
    Plant family: cyperaceae
    Foliage: evergreen chartreuse and green
    Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 8 FT - 15 FT - tall
    Uses: easy-to-grow, showy, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyperus papyrus

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: standing water - regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: rich

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Bring an exotic look to the summer garden or potted container with this famous Egyptian water plant. Although perfectly happy growing with its feet in water, it will thrive like any other plant when supplied average moisture. An unbelievably fast grower, small plants in spring will reach 5' or more in a single season and create large full specimens. One requirement for optimum growth is a full sun exposure, which keeps the tall stems stiff and rigid.

    By: Logee's Plants for Home & Garden

    Can Plant Below Water Level

    By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

    Few plants are as elegant as this clump-forming reed. Graceful, arching, deep green, triangular stalks are topped by hair-like umbrellas that remind one of fireworks. Native to North Africa, it can reach 6’ - 8’ tall and so needs sufficient space. Naturally growing in water or moist soil, it’s very popular in water gardens. When used in small pools or fish ponds, plant it in its own underwater container to keep it from crowding other plants & to simplify maintenance. With regular watering, it also does well in garden soil in our coastal climate & makes a striking, tropical looking accent plant. Fabulous in a container & a wonderful and unusual cut flower.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Cyperus papyrus plant

    How to Grow Cyperus papyrus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • standing water - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • chartreuse
      • green

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • grassy

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    Cyperus alternifolius

    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
    Photo of Cyperus alternifolius foliage, form by Forest & Kim Starr
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    Cyperus papyrus 'Little Tut'

    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
    Photo of Cyperus papyrus 'Little Tut' foliage by Serres Fortier
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    Cyperus papyrus King Tut®

    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
    Photo of Cyperus papyrus King Tut® container plant, form by Avant Gardens
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    Cyperus prolifer

    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
    Photo of Cyperus prolifer foliage by Karl Gercens III
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    Cyperus papyrus Prince Tut™ PP15454

    Scientific Name: Cyperus papyrus 'Perkamentus Compact'

    aka Cyperus papyrus 'Prince Tut', Cyperus papyrus x 'Dwarf Giant Papyrus', Compact Papyrus

    Plant Type

    Grass / Grass Like

    Zones

    10a-12

    Size

    Height: 30"-48"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun - bright shade
    • standing water - regular
    Photo of Cyperus papyrus Prince Tut™ PP15454 foliage, form by Avant Gardens
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