Umbrella Plant Cyperus alternifolius Cyperaceae
Form: Sedge Seasonality: Perennial Size: 2 - 4 feet tall Leaves; Narrow, firm and emanate like umbrella ribs from the center Flowers: Greenish brown clusters at the top of the stems Fruit: Seed Stems: 3 angled solid stems to 2 feet tall with at the top Range/Origin: Africa Hardiness: Sunset zones 8, 9, 12 - 14 H1, H2; USDA: 9,10, 25^o F Comments: Low litter, No thorns CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS: Exposure: Full sun Water: Moderate to heavy, will grow in shallow water Soil: Tolerant Propagation: Division Maintenance: Some; division and removal of dead stems
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