yellow leaves on Cyperus Alternifolius
Quick answer
If your Cyperus Alternifolius has yellow leaves, the most likely cause is: Cyperus alternifolius is naturally a swamp and river-bank sedge from Madagascar, so when the compost is allowed to dry out its foliage very quickly turns a yellowish-brown as the water-loving leaves lose turgor and chlorophyll.
Start here:
- 1. Rescue the plant by cutting off all the stems at compost level, watering the compost thoroughly, and leaving the pot standing in shallow water so new growth can push up from the crown.
- 2. Keep the pot permanently standing in a shallow saucer or tray of water that is topped up daily, since this is one of the few houseplants whose roots must stay damp at all times.
Why Cyperus Alternifolius gets yellow leaves
Cyperus Alternifolius
Cyperus alternifolius is naturally a swamp and river-bank sedge from Madagascar, so when the compost is allowed to dry out its foliage very quickly turns a yellowish-brown as the water-loving leaves lose turgor and chlorophyll.
How to reverse yellow leaves on Cyperus Alternifolius
- 1
Rescue the plant by cutting off all the stems at compost level, watering the compost thoroughly, and leaving the pot standing in shallow water so new growth can push up from the crown.
- 2
Keep the pot permanently standing in a shallow saucer or tray of water that is topped up daily, since this is one of the few houseplants whose roots must stay damp at all times.
Keep yellow leaves off this Cyperus Alternifolius
Stand the pot in a tray of water at all times, refresh the water daily to stop it souring, and never let the compost dry out between waterings even during the plant's rest period.