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 plant, King tut plant.
cyperusHaspan
Dwarf papyrus, Mini umbrella plant, Dwarf umbrella grass.
cyperusInvolucratus
Umbrella plant, Umbrella palm, Dwarf papyrus.
cyperusAlternifolius
Umbrella plant, Umbrella palm, Umbrella sedge.
cyperusDiffusus
Umbrella plant, Umbrella grass, Spreading flatsedge.
cyperusAlbostriatus
Variegated umbrella plant, White-striped umbrella sedge, Dwarf umbrella palm.
cyperusProlifer
Dwarf papyrus, Umbrella palm, Dwarf umbrella sedge.
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