Cyperus exaltatus

umbrella sedge

Tussock forming perennial sedge. Inflorescences large and spreading with numerous spikelets.


origin	All Australian states.
cultural notes	A widespread sedge growing on the banks and in the shallows of streams and lagoons. Hardy if sufficient water is available.
maintenance	Requires consistant water.
tolerates	Innundation, frost.
flowering season	Summer, Autumn and Winter.
flower colour	Yellow- brown flower spikes occuring in groups to form an umbrella shape.
foliage colour	Olive- green or brown- green foliage
width	up to 0.8m
height	up to 2m
water depth	aquatic to 0.25m
plant spacing	30cm apart
recommended uses	Erosion control on dam and creek banks. Bird habitat.

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