Mazhar Botanic Garden

Cyperus haspan L.

Dwarf papyrus sedge

Family: Cyperaceae
Genus: Cyperus
Species: haspan
Sample code: EGY-MBG-001195
Common name: Dwarf papyrus sedge
English name: Dwarf papyrus sedge
Native: Madagascar. Asia. Australia. South America
Country: Africa Asia Australia Central america Madagascar Mexico New Guinea Texas Virgin Islands West Indie
(PGR): Rare

Aquatic perennial sedge culms can be tufted or scattered, 10-60 cm tall

ornamental aquatic plants. Medicinal plants. The plant is a source of materials for weaving into mats and baskets. 

 

Cyperus vaginatus Link

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Texture: Adaptable Chalk Clay Fertile Heavy clay Loam Mildly acidic soils Moist
Fertility: High
Drainage: Very poorly drained
Topography: Coastal area
Salinity: High
Water Sources: Drought-tolerant plant
Climates: Subtropics Tropical
Lights: Full sun
Propagation: Division. head cuttings. seeds
Flowering time: Summer
Zone: 9 : 11
pH range: 4.5 - 7.5

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