Cyperus Helferi
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Common Name: Dwarf Umbrella Plant
Scientific Name: (Cyperus helferi)
Cyperus Helferi is a graceful aquatic grass-like plant native to Southeast Asia. Known for its long, arching leaves, it creates a flowing, natural aesthetic in aquariums. It thrives in submerged conditions but can also grow emersed in paludariums and vivariums, making it a versatile choice for aquascapers.
- Quick Guide
- Essentials
- Features
- Care
Quick Guide
- Growth Environment: Submerged, Emersed, Aquarium, Paludarium, Vivarium
- Care Level: Medium
- Light Requirements: Moderate Light, High Light
- CO2 Requirements: CO2 Recommended
- Placement: Background
- Growth Characteristics: Moderate-Growing, Arching
- Water Parameters: Soft Water, Neutral pH
- Special Features: Grass-Like Texture, Elegant Movement
- Country of Origin: Southeast Asia (Species)
Essentials
- Light: Moderate to strong; bright light promotes fuller, healthier growth.
- Water: Prefers soft to moderately hard water with a pH of 6.0–7.5. Thrives submerged and adapts to emersed growth.
- Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C).
- Soil: Requires nutrient-rich substrate to support its root-heavy growth.
- Placement: Best suited for the background or as a focal point in larger tanks.
Features
- Size: Grows 12–24 inches tall, making it suitable for medium to large aquariums.
- Rate: Moderate-growing; growth accelerates with CO2 and nutrient supplementation.
- Foliage: Long, narrow, grass-like leaves that arch and sway with water currents, adding dynamic movement to aquascapes.
- Flowering: Produces small, inconspicuous flowers in emersed setups.
Care
- Fertilizer: Requires root tabs or nutrient-rich substrate. Liquid fertilizers and CO2 supplementation encourage faster growth and vibrant green foliage.
- Pruning/Propagation: Trim back older leaves to encourage new growth. Propagate by dividing the root system or separating plantlets that form around the base.
- Special Tips: Ensure good water circulation to keep its long leaves free of debris. This plant thrives in high-tech setups but can adapt to low-tech tanks with careful maintenance.
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