Cyperus alatus
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Cyperus alatus

Tier 2 Difficulty: easy Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
15–37 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 8–11
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Observations
2

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun

Cyperus alatus is a perennial herbaceous plant that favors sunny conditions and originates from open habitats, commonly found in meadows and grasslands. It prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial sun.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 15–37.8°C

Cyperus alatus tolerates heat well and adapts to large temperature fluctuations. In hot weather, attention should be paid to watering and providing proper shade to avoid sunburn. On the other hand, Cyperus alatus is relatively sensitive to cold; it endures some chill, but very low temperatures can cause frost damage.

Ideal temperature: 15–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

To encourage robust new growth, Cyperus alatus necessitates extra nourishment. Applying compost around the plant's base during spring can proficiently supply the requisite nutrition. Offering fertilizer can aid in promoting robust growth and assists the plant in warding off diseases and pests.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Grass
Life Cycle
Perennial
Hardiness Zone
8-11
Mature Height
30 cm to 76 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Size
0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
Bloom Time
Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Fall, Early winter

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