Gracilis umbrella plant
Cyperus alternifolius 'Gracilis'
USDA zones9 to 12
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate or wet soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom color
- Green to brown
Garden uses
Notes
'Gracilis' umbrella plant (Cyperus alternifolius 'Gracilis') is a grass for rain gardens, naturalized areas, and annual beds. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 9 and warmer, down to about 20°F (-7°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet soil. It stays small at 12 to 24 inches tall and wide, and its flowers are green to brown.
Pairs well with Lemon grass, Angel wings, and Kimberly queen fern.