Cyperus papyrus (Papyrus)

Cultivation

In frost-free areas, plant in moist or boggy soil or in pool margins up to a depth of 30cm. When growing in a pool, plant in a basket as it may be invasive. Under glass, grow in loam-based compost in bright, filtered light. In growth, water freely & maintain high humidity.

Suggested uses

Containers/Patio, Waterside, Bog garden, Aquatic

UK hardiness

H1c

USDA zones

Zone 9, Zone 10, Zone 11, Zone 12

Sunset zone

16, 17, 23, 24, H1, H2

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = High
Central Valley = High
South Coastal = High
South Inland = High
High and Intermediate Desert = High
Low Desert = High

Foliage

Evergreen

Habit

Erect

Native to

Tropical Africa

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

Yes

Toxicity

Not toxic