umbrella plant

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A densely tufted perennial sedge to 90cm tall. Numerous dark green stems each bear a terminal whorl of leaf-like bracts to 15cm long; these arch and fan out somewhat like umbrella spokes. From summer to autumn the stems are topped with small spikelets of tiny brown flowers

Scientific classification

Species: umbrella plant (Cyperus alternifolius)
Genus: Cyperus
Family: Cyperaceae

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Toxicity: Grass Like
Plant type: 0.5-1 metres
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: Semi evergreen
Foliage: Clump forming · Columnar upright
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Partial shade · Full sun
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Ideal temperature

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Distribution of umbrella plant

Distribution map

Africa and Arabian Penin.

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of umbrella plant

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umbrella plant care guide

Constant standing shallow water around base of aquatic plant stems
Watering: Partial shade · Full sun
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Ideal temperature

Watering

Constant standing shallow water around base of aquatic plant stems

Fertilizing

Slow-release aquatic plant fertilizer tablet monthly warm growing season

Pruning

Trim off dead or dying stems

Propagation

Propagate by division or by inverting a cut stem in water; plantlets will develop from the crown of the submerged stem

Growing

Grow in a pot of loam-based compost either outdoors or in bright filtered light. Stand the container in shallow tray of water to ensure ample moisture at all times. Apply a balanced liquid feed monthly during the growing season

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