cyperuscyperus
genusgenusGrass-like plants characterized by their triangular stems and umbrella-shaped clusters of leaves or flowers at the top. These versatile plants naturally thrive in wet environments, from marsh edges to tropical wetlands, with some varieties adapting well to indoor cultivation.
Etymology
The name 'Cyperus' comes from the ancient Greek word 'kypeiros,' which was used to describe aromatic marsh plants used in perfumery.
Interesting fact!
Ancient Egyptians used these plants to make the first paper-like material, known as papyrus, which revolutionized written communication in the ancient world.
All species of Cyperus
cyperusPapyrus
Egyptian papyrus, Paper reed, Indian matting plant.
cyperusHaspan
Dwarf umbrella sedge, Water grass, Pond sedge.
cyperusInvolucratus
Umbrella plant, Umbrella sedge, Umbrella palm.
cyperusAlternifolius
Umbrella plant, Umbrella papyrus, Umbrella sedge.
cyperusDiffusus
Umbrella grass, Spreading sedge, Star sedge.
cyperusAlbostriatus
Variegated umbrella sedge, Miniature umbrella plant, Dwarf umbrella grass.
cyperusProlifer
Dwarf papyrus, Miniature umbrella plant, Dwarf umbrella grass.
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