Cyperus alternifolius 'gracilis' ~ Miniature Umbrella Plant

Cyperus alternifolius 'gracilis' ~ Miniature Umbrella PlantMiniature Umbrella Palm is a dwarf aquatic perennial with narrow stems and bright green grass like brackets at the tip forming an umbrella. A fast grower that can grow new plants at the stem and leaf junctions it spreads easy so it is best planted in a container. Grows best in full sun with moist to standing water and rich soils. Will die back if exposed to frost. Type: Perennial Height: 1 2 Spread: 0. 5 1 Spacing: 1 USDA Hardiness Zone: 8 11 Culture:

Miniature Umbrella Palm is a dwarf aquatic perennial with narrow stems and bright green grass-like brackets at the tip forming an umbrella.  A fast grower that can grow new plants at the stem and leaf junctions- it spreads easy so it is best planted in a container.  Grows best in full sun with moist to standing water and rich soils.  Will die back if exposed to frost.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance.  Has high moisture need if not planted in 1-6 inches of standing water, do not let dry out.  Taller stalks may need staking to prevent flopping and rooting.  Remove any trimmings to contain spreading.  Occasional pest problems.  Take container inside during winter months to avoid frost if needed.

LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Screening, Pond Edges Water Gardens, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS:  Blue Flag Iris, Sweet Flag, White Ginger Lily

IMAGES: Photo by David J. Stang, Cyperus alternifolius Gracilis 1zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Photo by David J. Stang, Cyperus alternifolius Gracilis 0zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (3) Photoset by cultivar413, (1) 150829 021 Wagner Park - South Flower Garden, (2) 180129 022 Alta Vista Botanical Gardens - pond and fountain 

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.