Cyperus Plant
Cyperus (Cyperus alternifolius) is an aquatic plant growing 2-3 feet tall, hardy in USDA zones 9-11, with fast growth in moist, well-drained soil, requiring full sun to part shade and high moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Aquatic
Height
50 to 100 cm
Growth
Fast
Soil
Moist, well-drained, loamy
Shade
Full sun to part shade
Moisture
High
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Worldwide
Climatic Condition
Warm, humid
Temperature (°)
18 to 30
Humidity (%)
60 to 90
Potting media
Peat-based mix
Fertilizers
Organic fertilizers
Watering
Keep soil moist
Plant Weight
300 to 500 g
Flowering Time
Summer
Soil Ph level
5.5 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Soil EC
0.3 to 1.2
Yield Per Plant
3 to 5 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Used for erosion control, in medicine, and as an ornamental grass.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loamy soil, 30% compost, 20% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Rust, Aphids, Spider Mites
Symptoms
Wilting, brown spots, rust-colored lesions, sticky residue
Organic Remedies
Improve soil drainage, prune affected leaves, use neem oil
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Anti-inflammatory: Used in traditional medicine for pain relief.
- Digestive Aid: Helps relieve bloating and indigestion.
- Supports Weight Loss: Contains compounds that may aid metabolism.