Identification: Pls help ID

Discussion in 'Indoor and Greenhouse Plants' started by jaistar12, Mar 30, 2011.

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    clump forming , long linear leaves
     

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    Eric La Fountaine Contributor Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Looks like papyrus.
     
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    Agreed. Looks like Cyperus involucratus, Umbrella Plant.
     
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    thx yes it does look like C.involucratus couldn't find the translation of the species name though anyone know what it means? Hard to believe this cute thing is considered a weed! I'm trying to immerse the tips in water to get it to root technique.
     
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    involucratus = with an involucre (a series of bracts beneath or around a flower or flower cluster).
     
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