Description
Cyperus alternifolius, commonly known as Umbrella Sedge, is an evergreen water plant native to West Africa and Madagascar. This species features slender, green stems topped with umbrella-like whorls of narrow leaves, creating a distinctive and attractive appearance. Typically reaching heights of around 60 cm and spreading approximately 30 cm wide, it adds a unique architectural element to garden designs. In Perth's climate, Umbrella Sedge thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers consistently moist or waterlogged soils, making it well-suited for pond margins, water gardens, or boggy areas.
This versatile plant can be grown both outdoors and indoors, provided it receives adequate light and moisture. When cultivated indoors, placing the pot in a shallow tray of water can help maintain the necessary humidity levels. Umbrella Sedge produces small, brownish flower clusters during the warmer months, typically in late spring (Kambarang) and early summer (Birak). Its low maintenance requirements and adaptability to various growing conditions make it a desirable addition to Perth gardens, particularly for those looking to enhance their water features or add lush greenery to damp areas.
| Botanical Name | Cyperus alternifolius |
| Common Name | Umbrella Sedge |
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Classification |
Water Plants |
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| Origin | West Africa, Madagascar |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 60 cm |
| Width | 30 cm |
| Light | Full sun to part shade |
| Soil | Moist to waterlogged |
| Water Requirement | High; prefers constant moisture |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | Brownish |
| Flower Time | Kambarang (Late Spring), Birak (Early Summer) |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic to pets and humans. |
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