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Umbrella Sedge

Scientific Name: Cyperus involucratus Rottb.
Synonym: Cyperus alternifolius ssp. flabelliformis , Cyperus flabelliformis
Family: Cyperaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 9-10

Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade

Origin: Eastern Africa

Growth Habits: Up to 4 feet tall (1.2 m)

Flowers: Greenish flowers

Watering Needs: Swamp plant, needs moist to wet soil

Very similar to the Umbrella Plant Cyperus alternifolius

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