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Cyperus alternifolius
Also Known As
- Umbrella Papyrus
- Umbrella Sedge
Plant type
perennial, aquatic
size
- H: 3'-7'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Cyperus alternifolius plant details
Cyperus alternifolius is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aquatic with green foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control, heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cyperus alternifolius
- Plant type: perennial aquatic
- Plant family: cyperaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 7 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyperus alternifolius
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer, erosion, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
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How to Grow Cyperus alternifolius
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- erosion control
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Cyperus for your garden
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 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
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
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
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