Botanical Name

Cyperus alternifolius (Cyperaceae Family)

Description

Fibrous green stem is 2 to 4 feet long bearing a crown of bright green, grass-like leaves. The leaf blades are 4 to 6 inches in length and about 1/4 to 1/2 inch wide.

Seasonal Availability

Year-round

Vase Life

12 to 16 days

Purchasing Hints

Leaves should be free of damage and have a shiny appearance. Some small flowers at the center of crown can be seen during some seasons.

Care and Handling

Remove bundle ties, then slant-cut 1 inch from stems base. Place stems in 2 to 3 inches of tepid water. Use a container that is tall enough to help prevent the stems from breaking.

Design Tips

Special order longer lengths for entertainment decorating. Great to use in theme floristry. Razor the crown's leaves into attractive angles or shapes. Slice into the stem (but do not sever) to create angles or geometric shapes with this foliage.