Grow this unique, tropical plant from Cyperus Papyrus seeds! Also called the Umbrella Palm or Umbrella Grass Plant, this unusual perennial prefers to be kept wet.
Cyperus Alternifolius Umbrella Plant does best in a tropical environment, but it quickly adapts to the home. You cannot overwater this plant! It will thrive when its roots are kept continuously wet.
To ensure that the plant does not dry out, it is best to put the pot inside a second larger pot that has water in it or grow Umbrella Plant in an aquarium or swamp-type environment. Umbrella Grass Plant is well-suited as an ornamental water plant.
Flower Specifications
Season: Perennial
USDA Zones: 8 - 10
Height: 30 - 40 inches
Bloom Season: None
Bloom Color: Inconspicuous
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Wet, pH 5.0 - 6.0
Planting Directions
Temperature: 68 - 72F
Average Germ Time: 12 - 15 days
Light Required: No. Needs darkness to germinate.
Depth: Lightly cover the seeds and keep them moist. Avoid dry substrates.
Sowing Rate: 6 - 8 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 12 inches
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