Isolepis cernua - P9

Description
The Slender club-rush (Isolepis cernua) is a plant with decorative, dark green leaves. In good conditions, it produces white flowers from April to June, which are arranged in spikes. This overhanging plant thrives best in a bright location.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Scirpus cernuus, Isolepis cernuus, Scirpus isolepis.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage

Leaves
High foliage ornamental value. The evergreen leaves of the Slender club-rush are dark green.

Spread
Southern Europe.

Growth
Overhanging.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Optimum ambient temperature: 16 to 22°C Ambient temperature during the dormant period: 10 to 15°C Preferred location in a bright position.

Soil
Prefers a well-drained, humusy, loamy substrate.

Care
- The plants, which are sensitive to direct sunlight, are well suited to an east or west-facing window with mild morning or evening sun. - Spray regularly with soft, lime-free or low-lime water. The use of clean, possibly filtered rainwater is ideal.

Flower
The white flowers of Slender club-rush appear in spikes from April to June.

Use
Hydro, hanging basket, indoor