USDA: 7a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H3 - G2 Australia: 1 - 5
Care Level
Height
20 - 75 cm (0.5 - 2.5 ft)
Spread
25 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light
full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture
average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type
clay to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to alkaline
Description
Cyperus haspan (dwarf papyrus) bears showy, medium green and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to early autumn. This aquatic is spreading in form and has medium green foliage that is glossy and fine textured. The fruit produced by Cyperus haspan (dwarf papyrus) is showy. The stems are smooth in texture.
Typical Uses
Bog, container, pond and tropical.
Special Characteristics
Birds are attracted to Cyperus haspan . Cyperus haspan is tolerant of wet sites.
Cautions
Depending upon your local conditions, Cyperus haspan (dwarf papyrus) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
