Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cyperaceae

Genus:

Cyperus

Species:

Cyperus alternifolius subsp. textilis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Aquatic

Height:

150 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

brown

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, aquatic insects

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds require light and consistently moist conditions. Can also propagate vegetatively from division or stem cuttings placed in water.

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