Cyperus papyrus
Cyperus papyrus
Cyperus papyrus
Cyperus papyrus
Cyperus papyrus
Papyrus Sedge, Paper reed, Egyptian paper rush, Nile papyrus
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Description
Cyperus papyrus is the papyrus of ancient Egypt. It provided the scribes with the precious material that constituted the most important writing medium during Antiquity. Also known as paper reed, this plant does not have leaves, but forms long stems, sometimes exceeding 2m (7ft) in height. Their ends unfold into enormous tufts of fine bracts that compose a feathery umbrella-like appearance. It is a spectacular perennial, arguably the most majestic of aquatic plants in mild climates. It suffers from the first frosts and dies if the thermometer drops below -3°C (26.6°F). Its cultivation in a large pot constantly immersed in water is quite possible. Provide this light and heat-loving papyrus with a very sunny location and a safe shelter for the winter.
Cyperus papyrus belongs to the Cyperaceae family. It is native to the banks of the Nile. It once formed impenetrable thickets in the bed and on the banks of this great Egyptian river, sometimes reaching a height of 5m (16ft). Following the development of the banks and the construction of various infrastructures such as large dams, it has become rare in its original habitat. It is now cultivated in all temperate regions for its fantastic ornamental qualities. It can be grown in gardens in the mildest climates, or in greenhouses or conservatories.
This extremely exuberant plant develops numerous leafless stems from its rhizomes, with a section of 1cm (0.4in) for the largest, reaching about 1.5m (5ft) in height under our climates. It spreads laterally, without theoretical limit. Each stem bears a crown of very fine bracts at its end. In spring, a feathery inflorescence composed of tiny cream-coloured flowers appears in the centre of each crown. These flowers turn brown in summer. The flowers give rise to seeds that will be dispersed by the wind. Cyperus papyrus reproduces by dispersing its seeds and vegetatively by lateral growth of its rhizomes. Unlike other species, it does not propagate by immersing its heads in water.
It is a beautiful species for a patio. It is quite easy to cultivate as long as the soil remains consistently moist. It will work wonders around a small pond on a patio, for example, in the company of Rhodocoma gigantea. These lush perennials will charm enthusiasts of stunning plants with their bamboo-like silhouette, in monumental clusters of large plumes. Majestic as a standalone plant, its association in open ground or in a pot with purple or green leaf cannas, bamboos or nandinas, dieramas, persicarias or even Gomphostigma virgatum is always successful.
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Botanical data
Cyperus
papyrus
Cyperaceae
Papyrus Sedge, Paper reed, Egyptian paper rush, Nile papyrus
North Africa
Planting and care
Sowing Tips:
Sowing is delicate. Sow indoors, in a warm place, in February-March in trays or pots filled with a good special sowing compost. Do not cover the seeds, but gently press them to adhere to the surface of consistently moist compost. Place a glass or a transparent mini-greenhouse cover above the pots or trays. Keep everything at a temperature of 15 to 21°C (59 to 69.8°F). Germination occurs after 21-28 days. If germination does not occur within this period, place your seeds in a transparent plastic bag and refrigerate for 2-4 weeks.
When the plants are large enough to handle, transplant them individually into pots and gradually acclimatise them to the outdoors once all risk of frost has passed. Once they are well established, plant them in their final location, in large pots or in the ground.
Cultivation:
Plant in a very sunny position, in a mixture of compost and garden soil kept consistently moist, for example by placing a deep saucer filled with water under the pot. From April to the end of September, apply a liquid fertiliser twice a month. Cut back dry stems in November. Overwinter your papyrus frost-free in a very sunny location, with little or no heating.
If you grow papyrus indoors, it is imperative to regularly mist its foliage, due to the often too dry atmosphere of our interiors. From April-May to October, display your potted papyrus on a patio or balcony, in full sun. Exposure to direct sunlight should be gradual, to avoid burning the foliage when coming out of winter. Divide your papyrus when it becomes too large. Watch out for the appearance of whiteflies or red spider mites indoors. These pests thrive in dry and warm atmospheres.
The submerged stump can survive in the ground in regions with mild winters. The plant can regenerate in the following spring. In regions far from the coast, it is essential to cultivate papyrus in pots.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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