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Genus Cyperus

Cyperus
sih-PEER-us
A large genus of between 500 and 600 species of annual and perennial sedges, mostly from wet tropical and subtropical habitats. Their grassy foliage and often umbrella-like flowers make them gardenworthy. Use Cyperus in wet areas such as at a pond's edge or in a bog garden. Some may be grown in containers or in a water garden.
 Care: Outdoors, most Cyperus need full sun to part shade and moist to wet soil. Indoors, grow in bright light and high humidity. Stand container in a tray of water.
 Propagation: Divide in spring.
 Problems: Smut, rust, black band, tar spot.

Species, varieties and cultivars for genus Cyperus

Cyperus papyrus King Tut® Cyperus papyrus King Tut®
(King Tut® papyrus) (2 user reviews)
Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

This exotic-looking beauty has a fantastic bold form and strong appeal. Its pendulous leaves sit on tall, upright stems. King Tut® is a rapid grower that makes an impressive centerpiece in the landscape. It likes wet places like water gardens or waterside and is perfect for containers without drainage holes. This papyrus is easy to grow and untroubled by pests or diseases.