Chondropetalum tectorum

Cape Reed, Cape Rush

Chondropetalum tectorum

Care:

Full Sun
Partial Shade
Low
Well Drained

Look:

Green
leaves
Yellow
flowers
Blooming seasons:
Fall | Spring | Summer | Winter
Life cycle:
Annual | Perennial
Foliage:
Herbaceous

Clumping perennial with stiff, upright, jointed stems that contrast well with other plants. Tan-colored bracts form at the stem joints in summer and fall, providing a striking display. Two species from South Africa grow well in California gardens, especially in rain gardens and swales since they will tolerate both standing water and dry conditions, once established. C. elephantinum (4-5’ x 4-10’) is the larger of the two, C. tectorum (3-4’ x 3-5’) is more suitable for smaller spaces.

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