Membranous Hellmuthia (Hellmuthia Membranacea) is a perennial herb in the Cyperaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A tufted reed-like perennial herb up to 60-90 cm tall, with few small leaves at the base of the flower stalk and dark brown spikelets at the tip of leafless stems.

Membranous Hellmuthia

Membranous Hellmuthia

Hellmuthia Membranacea

A tufted reed-like perennial herb up to 60-90 cm tall, with few small leaves at the base of the flower stalk and dark brown spikelets at the tip of leafless stems.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Membranous Hellmuthia

Jan
Prune
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Mar
Repot
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Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Hellmuthia