Scirpus cernuus
The slender green foliage plant, the club rush is a modest, graceful marsh plant from southern
Europe and North Africa. At first the wiry, dark green blades, about ten inches
(25 cm) long, grow stiffly erect, but later they arch over the sides of the
pot. This plant is at its most attractive in summer when small, rush-like
flowers appear near the lips of the blades. It may be difficult to obtain.
The Doctor Says:
Environment: From autumn until early spring the plant will continue to
grow if it is kept in temperatures between 50 and 55°F (10 and 13°C), but the
temperature can safely fall somewhat lower. For the rest of the year
temperatures in the range of 55 to 65°F (13 to 18°C) will be needed. Give the
plant good light in winter, but some shade and no direct sun during the summer
months.
Water: Since this is a marsh plant it obviously needs plenty of water
all year round. Keep it standing in a saucer or bowl containing water and spray
regularly in warm weather.
Feed: Every two weeks from spring until early autumn.
Repot: Every spring in a loam-based compost.
Propagate: By division when repotting.
Special Instructions: The tips of the blades are liable to turn brown if
the air is too dry and the compost is not wet enough.
