Tsiperus (syt, sytnik) is a large genus of herbaceous plants of the Sedge familywhich includes about 5,000 species worldwide. Sedges are most commonly found in humid areas such as wetlands. Special attention is paid to these plants in connection with their important role in the wetland ecosystem. In the conditions of the closed premises, they began to grow up from the 80s of the last century. The flower tsiperus is loved by many flower growers due to its simplicity and good aesthetic data. This unusual plant is able to decorate any modern interior. Its most noticeable feature is bright green, elongated, flowering stems and umbrella-shaped leaves.
Optimal conditions for growing ziperus
Grow tsiperus at home is easy. It perfectly adapts to any climate environment. The following most common species are grown at home: C. papyrus, C. perennial leaf, C. Zumula, C. Helfer, C. spreading. 
Location and lighting
Tsiperus needs bright and diffused lighting. Therefore, the ideal location for its cultivation are spacious windowsills with access to the west or east side. If the windows face south, try to create diffused lighting for the plant. Shading is required only on hot summer days. To protect the leaves of the plant from burns, in the hot summer you need to remove the pot from the window.
In winter, the plant requires additional lighting. artificial light sources (fluorescent lamps). It should be provided for 15 hours a day.
Sitovnik can be grown in low-light conditions. However, in dark places, growth and development are stalled.
Did you know? Few of the townsfolk know what is tsiperus. In fact, this is the same papyrus, and the name "tsiperus" comes from the Greek language and translated means ordinary sedge. In ancient Egypt, the plant used to make paper. We can say that this invention became the basis of modern civilization. Until now, expensive paper made from papyrus using original techniques. And in southern Africa, the rhizomes and stems of the plant are eaten. The stems of the plant are also used to make building materials.
Temperature
The optimum temperature for growing is the range from + 14 ° С to +22 ° С. In the spring, the plant will be comfortable in a room with a temperature of + 18 ° C to + 22 ° C. In order for the leaves of the sopovnik to "breathe fresh air" during the warm season, it is advisable to take the pot outside.
In the summer, it is recommended to transfer the pot to a well ventilated area. In winter, try to provide your indoor plant with a temperature range from + 16 ° С to +19 ° С. In the cold season, the temperature should not fall below +12 ° С. Also, try to ventilate the room more often.
Peculiarities of home care
Syt - all-season plant. It is rather simple to care for him indoors: the flower is very hardy and undemanding. It is equally well developed throughout the year, so the rules for the care of tsiperus in warm and cold weather are almost identical. 
Watering
Tsiperus needs abundant watering. A pot with a flower is recommended to put in a stand with wet expanded clay. During active growth, the rhizome should be under water. In summer, the tray must always be filled with water.
In winter, it is recommended to drain the liquid from the stand after watering. In addition, the long leaves of tsiperus need frequent spraying. Distilled warm water is usually used for this purpose. In the cold, spraying should be halved, and it is advisable to move the pot away from hot batteries.
Such houseplants as cyclamen, spathiphyllum, primrose, nephrolepis, coleus need abundant watering.
Air humidity
Tsiperus - moisture-loving plant. To maintain the ideal humidity in the apartment, it is desirable to use a special humidifier. An effective procedure is frequent spraying of leaves plants from the sprayer, held in the warm season.
Top dressing
For successful maintenance and reproduction of tsiperus correct feeding is necessary. As a fertilizer suitable conventional mineral or organic fertilizer, enriched with nitrogen. Acceptable use of both liquid and dry dressings. Professional gardeners do not recommend feeding to feed throughout the year. Fertilizers are best applied once every 2 or 3 weeks in the warm season (from early spring to early autumn).
Possible problems with growing: pest and disease control
Cyperus has a good immunity and is sufficiently resistant to various diseases and pests. 
Problems usually occur with improper care. If you find that the leaves of tsiperus turn yellow, immediately find out what to do in this case. Basically, the tips and edges of the leaves become yellow and fade when the plant feels the lack of moisture in the soil. Prevention will be regular and proper watering and spraying.
If you notice that syt grows too slowly - the plant is experiencing nutritional deficiency. With the wrong lighting, it usually does not appear new stems. In this case, you need to increase the saturation of the lighting.
Important! If you have already noticed the signs of a disease, adjust the irrigation, lighting and feed your home tsiperus organic or mineral fertilizers.A known pest of tsiperus is a spider mite. A pest may appear if the air in the room is too dry. At defeat by a tick on white leaves appear. To combat the pest, wipe the leaves and stalks of the plant with anti-inflammatory drugs.
Sometimes Cyperus can attack thrips, scytworm, whitefly and mealybug. If timely detect pests and take the necessary measures, the plant can be cured. A soap solution or an insecticide solution is useful as protection against harmful insects. These compositions are processed stems and leaves of tsiperus. 
Transplant rules: soil and pot
Cyperus develops well in light fertile substrate with weak acidity. Soil for tsiperus can be prepared independently from garden soil, peat, sand and humus. To prevent the outflow of water, you need to organize reliable drainage.
You can also use a special hydrogel. This polymer absorbs well and retains moisture, and also contains fertilizers that are useful for sowing. However, synthetic materials can not be compared with natural components.
With proper care, syt quickly develops, so the plant needs to pick a higher capacity. However, too wide and spacious pot will not work, as the plant will begin to give a lot of resources for the growth of the root system.
Important! When planting tsiperus in a new tank drainage is not necessary to lay. This is the main difference from transplanting other indoor plants.
Next, consider how to transplant tsiperus in room conditions. A young flower can be transplanted annually. Adult sitkov replant only as needed. The flower is carefully removed from the pot, and transplanting is carried out with incomplete removal of the earthy coma.
The rhizome of the plant should be slightly trotted to shake off the old substrate. If the roots are badly damaged, you should carefully remove the unusable roots, and also clean the rhizome from the old soil well. 
Breeding methods
Sitovnik reproduce several common ways: seeds, cuttings and rosettes. The reproduction of tsiperus by growing from seeds is considered to be a laborious and lengthy process, while the most optimal method is reproduction using cuttings.
Seeds
Seed propagation does not always guarantee the result that flower growers expect. With the seed variant, the properties of the mother plant are often not preserved in the wet plant. You can try to grow tsiperus from seeds, but before planting, you should stock up with the necessary equipment. First you need to purchase fresh plant seeds.
Next, prepare a shallow flat vessel. Seeds are sown in a wet earthen mixture (the same composition will be suitable as during transplantation). Usually, sand, peat and sheet earth are used as a substrate. Ready substrate can be found in specialized stores. 
Sprinkle seeds over the surface and gently press down with your palm. Top tightly with a glass jar or wrap with plastic wrap. At a temperature of +18 ° C and ensuring abundant and frequent watering, the first sprouts will soon appear. When the seedlings stretch out and get stronger, they swoop down and transplant into small pots (three shoots each). This method is used at any time of the year.
Cuttings
Vegetative reproduction of tsiperus is carried out by propagating the plant. apical cuttings. It is necessary to divide a bush carefully, cutting cuttings with a sharp knife. Dead shoots are separated if possible. In each part, leave about 5 centimeters of shoots.
New umbrellas shift in the water or on wet sand cuttings up. After about two weeks, white roots appear at the base of the leaves. This is a sign that the titus is ready to replant. Within a few weeks, young green shoots sprout on the soil surface.
Very many houseplants reproduce by cuttings, including airflow, weigela, cacti, monstera, poinsettia, kolery, dieffenbachia, arrowroot, geranium.
Rosettes
And, finally, consider how to multiply tsiperus rosettes. For this you need cut the rosettes of leaves and lower the end of the stem into the water. Water temperature should be + 22 ... +25 ° С. After rooting we transplant sockets into the soil. Sprinkle the top layer with sand.
Gradually white roots appear at the point of contact of the inverted socket with the soil. When the roots reach a height of 2-5 cm, the socket is planted in a small container, and after the emergence of new sprouts the plant must be transplanted into a new container. This breeding method is used at any time of the year. 
Useful properties of tsiperus
Tsiperus is valuable not only for its decorative properties. He also has some healing qualities. Sometimes the flower is used in medicine. It is noticed that this plant improves eyesight, helps with insomnia, relieves headaches, and has a beneficial effect on blood circulation. In addition, he is a natural air purifier and a keeper of home comfort. And thanks to its perfect safety and safety, the plant often serves as an element of the interior in kindergartens and schools.
Did you know? There is a popular sign that tsiperus absorbs negative energy, improves psychological state and prevents depression in humans.So, you have learned almost everything about the rules and features of caring for an indoor flower with amazing leaves (like ribs on an umbrella). At observance of the recommendations given above, care of a tsiperus in house conditions will not make special work.
