CATEGORY – Potted House Plant

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 10 to 14 inches
3.Watering – High; keep base constantly moist or submerged
4.Sunlight – Bright indirect to full sunlight

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Easy
2.Full Plant Height – 2 to 4 feet
3.Leaves Color – Light to medium green
4.Flowers – Small, inconspicuous brownish flower clusters at the leaf joints
5.Type – Indoor or patio water plant
6.Feed – Monthly liquid fertilizer during active growth
7.Watering – Needs consistently wet soil; can tolerate standing water
8.Soil – Rich loamy or aquatic soil
9.Sunlight – Prefers full sun, tolerates bright indirect light
10.Suitable Temperature – 18°C to 30°C

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Use a deep pot or water garden container with no drainage hole.
2.Fill with rich, loamy soil or aquatic potting mix.
3.Place sapling in the center and secure with soil.
4.Add water to keep base submerged.
5.Place in a well-lit area, ensuring consistent water levels.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Cyperus alternifolius
2.Common names: Umbrella Palm, Umbrella Grass, Umbrella Sedge, Umbrella Papyrus
3.Hindi: छत्री घास
4.Tamil: குடை புல்
5.Telugu: గొడుగు గడ్డి
6.Kannada: ಹತ್ತಿ ಗಿಡ
7.Marathi: छत्री गवत
8.Malayalam: കുട ചെടി