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The late Greg Speichert, aquatic plant specialist and author (with wife Sue) of the 'Encyclopedia of Water Garden Plants' (Timber Press, 2004) provided us with the background material on this plant, as published in the International Society of Horticultural Science and suggested we change the name. This plant has been marketed in the US since 2004 under the invalid name Cyperus papyrus percamentus. It was also found to be considerably more shade tolerant than the full-sized plants that it was beind being compared to. In the course of this research a dwarf form of papyrus was isolated and it was determined that it was not only dwarf but grew with thicker stems and with more flower peduncles (the tassels at the top of a Cyperus stem) that were more compact than those on the full-sized papyrus. This plant was discovered in 1993 during a Cyperus propagation research project at Kagawa University in Japan. Its compact habit and shade tolerance make it well-suited to a smaller water garden but also make it a great addition to the large pond.

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Plant it up to 12 inches deep in water or in rich moist soil in full sun to medium shade (more shade tolerant than regular papyrus). This plant is a vigorous grower in or out of water. Synonyms: Ĭyperus papyrus 'Tutankhamun' (Little Giant Papyrus) - This is a diminutive form of Egyptian papyrus, growing to only 2 to 3 feet tall.

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This is an archive page preserved for informational use. Note: This plant is not currently for sale. Note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden.Cyperus papyrus 'Dwarf Form' at San Marcos GrowersĬyperus papyrus 'Dwarf Form' - Little Giant Papyrus It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. With its upright habit of growth, it is best suited for use as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. King Tut Egyptian Papyrus is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. It can be propagated by division however, as a cultivated variety, be aware that it may be subject to certain restrictions or prohibitions on propagation. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.

It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It prefers to grow in moist to wet soil, and will even tolerate some standing water. This plant does best in full sun to partial shade. As such, gardeners should take into consideration that it will perform differently than it would in its native habitat. Although it's not a true annual, this fast-growing plant can be expected to behave as an annual in our climate if left outdoors over the winter, usually needing replacement the following year. It tends to be leggy, with a typical clearance of 1 foot from the ground, and should be underplanted with lower-growing perennials. King Tut Egyptian Papyrus will grow to be about 6 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 4 feet.

King Tut Egyptian Papyrus is recommended for the following landscape applications It has no significant negative characteristics. This is a relatively low maintenance plant, and is best cleaned up in early spring before it resumes active growth for the season. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other garden plants with less refined foliage. King Tut Egyptian Papyrus is an herbaceous annual with an upright spreading habit of growth. Neither the flowers nor the fruit are ornamentally significant. King Tut Egyptian Papyrus' attractive grassy leaves remain green in color throughout the season. This variety is a large semi-aquatic, grass-like plant producing long green stems with green bracts perfect for pond side planting or in moist gardens doesn't mind being submerged a few inches