In ancient times, Cyperus Papyrus, commonly known as Papyrus, grew along the Nile River. The Egyptians had many uses for the plant, including making baskets, furniture, boats, and ropes. Also ...

Replant the papyrus into a damp location straight away. Overwintering - Papyrus can grow outdoors year-round only in regions where winter temperatures stay above 35-40°F, typically USDA Zones 9–12.

The chemical composition of Cyperus papyrus L. from ten widely separated sites in Africa was found to vary greatly between sites, but the variation between different portions of a given plant was ...

Zoe, the young daughter of a friend of mine, finds my houseplants more interesting than beautiful. She really perked up when she learned that a plant she asked about was ...

Egyptian or King Tut papyrus, Cyperus papyrus ‘King Tut’, is an extraordinary tropical plant that has many uses in the garden. This plant is a member of the sedge family. Its stems are medium ...

A new study has found that wasabi—the spicy green paste that pairs well with sushi—can be used as a tool to conserve ancient papyrus scrolls. Thousands of years ago, papyrus was used to make a ...