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| Category: Grass-like |
| Family: Cyperaceae (Sedges) |
| Origin: South Africa (Africa) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Greenish White |
| Bloomtime: Summer |
| Height: 1-2 feet |
| Width: 1-2 feet |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): High Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F |
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Cyperus alternifolius 'Gracilis' (Miniature Umbrella Plant) - This is a smaller version of the species growing about 2 feet tall with less tendency to flower and therefore reseed. The leaf-like bracts top the flowering stalk, and are arranged spirally, spreading outward and slightly downward like the ribs of an umbrella. Grow in or out of water, in pots, or even in an irrigated dry stream bed. It is hardy to about 20-25 degrees F.
This information about Cyperus alternifolius 'Gracilis' displayed is based on research conducted in our horticultural library and from reliable online resources. We also will relate observations made about it as it grows in our nursery gardens and other gardens we have visited, as well how the crops have performed in containers in our nursery field. We will also incorporate comments that we receive from others and we welcome hearing from anyone with additional information, particularly if they can share any cultural information that would aid others in growing it.
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