Cyperus albostriatus 'Variegatus'

Also Known As

Dwarf Striped Umbrella Plant

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 12"-60"

planting zones

7b-10b

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Cyperus albostriatus 'Variegatus' plant details

Cyperus albostriatus 'Variegatus' is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - occasional water. 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 albostriatus 'Variegatus'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: cyperaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 60 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: bog garden, container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyperus albostriatus 'Variegatus'

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The green leaves of this unusual plant are streaked with silver lines. Its dwarf-palm-tree habit makes it a useful plant for multiple applications. Thrives in containers, dry shade and as a groundcover as clumps will gradually expand over time. Dwarf umbrella grass was a popular houseplant in the 70s so go all retro and bring it into the house in colder climates.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Dwarf Variegated Papyrus has wide light green leaves streaked with silvery white. It is a thirsty plant, growing well in water gardens, but can be a fine subject for containers when associated with other water loving plants. Grows 10-18" tall and 18" wide.

By: Avant Gardens

A unique grass with erect green stems having umbrella like bracts on top. The leaf blades are wide and the foliage is streaked creamy white. Likes moist to wet soil but not water above the crown. grows 12-18" tall . Hardy zone 8-10 . Resembles dwarf palm tree.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Gardening facts about Cyperus albostriatus 'Variegatus' plant

How to Grow Cyperus albostriatus 'Variegatus'

Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant