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Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge

Cyperus Alternifolius

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Overview

Cyperus alternifolius, commonly known as the Umbrella Plant or Umbrella Papyrus, is an attractive, semi-aquatic perennial. It features radiating leaves that form an umbrella-like shape atop sturdy, green stems up to 2-3 feet tall. This low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers consistently moist soil. Ideal for adding vertical interest to water gardens or indoor arrangements, it's a showy choice for both decorative and practical design elements.

Sun Deep Shade, Full, Half, ShadeWater HighZones 9–11Climate Mediterranean
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — commonly known as the Umbrella Plant or Umbrella Papyrus

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Full, Half, Shade
Water
High
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Mature height
1–2 Ft.
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Family
Cyperaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — erect stems of the Umbrella Plant are topped with a cluster of linear leaves; it's, image 72
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — which are bright green and arranged in a single plane; green flowers in the garden, image 73
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — creating the plant's umbrella-like appearance.<br><br>Native to Madagascar; it's a, image 74
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — Cyperus alternifolius thrives in warmer climates; erect stems of the Umbrella Plant, image 75
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — It prefers full sun to partial shade with a tolerance for a variety of soil types; as, image 76
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — though it does best in soil that is rich and retains moisture; it can become invasive, image 77
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — The Umbrella Plant is often planted near water features; this low-maintenance plant, image 78
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — as it requires consistent moisture; this charismatic plant can reach a height of 2 to, image 79
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — can be utilized as an accent or centerpiece due to its unique form.<br><br>For the, image 80
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — ensuring adequate moisture and room to grow; commonly known as the Umbrella Plant or, image 82
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — Its low-maintenance nature; it is an evergreen perennial that adds a lush, image 83
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — coupled with moderate watering requirements; cyperus alternifolius thrives in warmer, image 84
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — makes it an ideal choice for anyone seeking a tropical flair in their landscape, image 85
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — it can become invasive if not managed properly; perennial with green blooms, image 86
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — so thoughtful placement and potential containment measures should be considered; also, image 87
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — green flowers in the garden; which are bright green and arranged in a single plane, image 88
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — perennial with green blooms; can be utilized as an accent or centerpiece due to its, image 89
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — perennial for deep shade or full or half or shade; so thoughtful placement and, image 90
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — commonly known as the Umbrella Plant or Umbrella Papyrus; ideal for adding vertical, image 91
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — It features radiating leaves that form an umbrella-like shape atop sturdy, green stems, image 92
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — This low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers, image 93
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — Ideal for adding vertical interest to water gardens or indoor arrangements; makes it, image 94
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — it's a showy choice for both decorative and practical design elements; it features, image 95
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — also known as the Umbrella Papyrus or by its scientific name Cyperus alternifolius, image 96

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