{"product_id":"cyperus-alternifius","title":"Cyperus Alternifius - Umbrella Grass","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCyperus alternifolius, commonly known as the Umbrella grass or Umbrella Sedge, is an unusual moisture-loving plant with tall stems topped by graceful, radiating leaves. We love it for adding height, movement and a fresh waterside feel to a bright room, conservatory or pond display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCyperus alternifolius originates from tropical parts of Africa and Madagascar, where it grows naturally beside rivers, ponds and in marshy ground. Unlike most houseplants, it thrives with its roots in consistently wet soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Position in bright, indirect light or gentle sunshine. Too little light may cause weak, leaning stems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Keep the compost constantly moist. This is one of the few houseplants that should never be allowed to dry out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater tray:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The pot can stand in a shallow saucer of water during active growth. Check and refill it regularly, particularly during warm weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater quality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rainwater or filtered water is ideal, especially in hard-water areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Average to high humidity is beneficial. Brown leaf tips may develop if the air or compost becomes too dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Keep at a warm room temperature. Protect the plant from cold draughts, frost and temperatures below 10°C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSummer position:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It can spend summer outdoors beside a pond or in a water garden, but bring it inside before temperatures fall in autumn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompost:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use moisture-retentive, peat-free houseplant compost. Unlike most indoor plants, this species does not need a particularly gritty mixture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose a watertight decorative container or place its nursery pot inside a deep saucer. Make sure the plant cannot become top-heavy and fall over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Apply a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser at half strength every four weeks during spring and summer. Reduce feeding during winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cut yellow, brown or damaged stems back to the base with clean scissors. Trimming individual brown tips can leave the leaf shape looking uneven.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Repot in spring when the roots become crowded. Choose a container one size larger and use fresh, moisture-retentive compost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Divide a mature plant during repotting. Sections with healthy roots and several stems can be planted into separate pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon problems:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brown tips usually indicate dry compost, low humidity or mineral-heavy water. Yellowing stems may be caused by cold conditions or exhausted growth. Watch for spider mites, aphids and mealybugs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerally considered pet-safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cyperus alternifolius is not commonly regarded as toxic to cats or dogs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCats may be particularly attracted to its grass-like leaves and could damage the plant by chewing them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEating a large amount of any plant material may still cause mild vomiting or digestive discomfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTall stems and pots standing in water can be easily knocked over, so choose a stable position away from playful pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilisers and pest-control products may not be pet-safe; always follow their instructions carefully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your pet eats a substantial amount or develops unusual symptoms, contact your veterinary practice for advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNever treat this plant like an ordinary houseplant: its roots enjoy being wet. Keep its water tray topped up, provide plenty of light and remove ageing stems at the base to encourage a fresh, upright display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD14 H60\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Green East","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59012361191805,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/7410\/9627\/files\/library-FCE9134B-79A9-4C9E-89C0-9FBAEC1E4EE4-L0-001.jpg?v=1793890887","url":"https:\/\/thegreeneast.co.uk\/products\/cyperus-alternifius","provider":"The Green East","version":"1.0","type":"link"}