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Umbrella Palm

Cyperus alternifolius, Cyperaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Aquatic
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Mulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (optimal)

Water

High

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Japanese Water IrisIris ensata
Beneficial Insect HabitatPhysical Support
Copper IrisIris fulva
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Florida PennywortCentella asiatica var. floridana

Dense sedge growth can shade out low-growing pennywort in wetland margins

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationBiomass

Common Questions

What zones does Umbrella Palm grow in?

Umbrella Palm grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Umbrella Palm?

Good companions for Umbrella Palm include Japanese Water Iris, Copper Iris.

Design guilds with Umbrella Palm and see companion relationships visually.

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