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.
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