Umbrella Table Palm

Description

Common Name

Umbrella Table Palm

Botanical Name

Cyperus alternifolius

Umbrella Table Palm is an attractive evergreen ornamental plant known for its slender stems topped with umbrella-like whorls of narrow green leaves. Although commonly called a palm, it is actually a sedge. It is widely grown as an indoor and outdoor decorative plant because of its unique appearance and easy maintenance.

Key Features

• Evergreen ornamental foliage plant.
• Botanical Name: Cyperus alternifolius
• Belongs to the Cyperaceae family.
• Slender upright stems with umbrella-shaped leaf clusters.
• Compact and graceful growth habit.
• Thrives in bright, indirect sunlight or partial shade.
• Prefers consistently moist soil.
• Suitable for indoor decoration and water gardens.

Uses

• Used as an indoor and outdoor ornamental plant.
• Enhances the beauty of homes, offices, hotels, and commercial spaces.
• Ideal for tabletops, balconies, patios, and indoor gardens.
• Suitable for water features, ponds, and decorative containers.
• Creates a fresh, tropical atmosphere.
• Popular as a decorative gift plant.

Plant Care

• Place the plant in bright, indirect sunlight or partial shade.
• Keep the soil consistently moist; do not allow it to dry out completely.
• Use fertile, well-draining soil or grow in shallow water.
• Maintain a temperature between 18°C and 30°C.
• Prefers moderate to high humidity.
• Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
• Trim yellow or damaged leaves regularly to maintain its appearance.