{"product_id":"cyperus-zumula-12cm-23cm","title":"Cyperus Zumula (Cat Grass) in decorative pot - H23 cm | Pot Ø12 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"cyperus-zumula-herbe-chats\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🐱 Natural catnip • 🌿 Graphic dwarf papyrus • ☀️ Bright light • 💧 Constantly moist substrate • 📏 H23 cm | Pot Ø12 cm • 🪴 Pet Candy Pot with included cat photos • 🐾 Non-toxic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCyperus Zumula\u003c\/strong\u003e, also called \u003cem\u003eDwarf Papyrus\u003c\/em\u003e, is a semi-aquatic plant with thin stems topped by umbels of soft green leaves. Its fine, tender leaves are a natural and safe cat grass — felines love nibbling on them, which aids digestion like traditional cat grass. Presented in a Pet Candy pot with cat photos, it’s ready to place and gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eNative to the wetlands of Madagascar, it loves having its roots in water and bright light — care differs from classic houseplants but is very simple once understood. Completely non-toxic to cats and dogs, it’s one of the most recommended plants in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantes-pet-friendly-interieur\"\u003epet-friendly selection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c!-- QUELLE VARIÉTÉ DE CYPERUS CHOISIR ? --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\" id=\"varietes-cyperus\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich Cyperus variety to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo Cyperus varieties are available in our catalog — same care, slightly different shape:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCyperus Zumula with cat pot\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — compact size H23 cm, Pet Candy pot with cat photos included, fine and dense foliage. The ready-to-go cat grass version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cyperus-alternifolius-zumula-12cm-28cm\"\u003eCyperus Alternifolius Zumula\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — slightly larger size H28 cm, foliage more structured in umbels. The decorative and graphic version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eIf you have a cat, choose the Cyperus Zumula with cat pot — it’s designed to be accessible to your feline, and the pot clearly shows it’s for them. For a purely decorative plant, the Alternifolius Zumula is more graphic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- EXPOSITION \u0026 EMPLACEMENT --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eExposure \u0026 location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCyperus Zumula\u003c\/strong\u003e is a plant from sunny, wet areas — it needs light to quickly produce new stems and keep its foliage dense and appealing for your cat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright to very bright light — near a south- or west-facing window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerates:\u003c\/strong\u003e a few hours of direct sunlight without issue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e full shade that slows growth and makes the foliage less attractive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e kitchen near the sink, bright bathroom, or windowsill — areas with natural humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–25 °C, sensitive to frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003ePlace it within your cat’s reach — on a coffee table, windowsill, or directly on the floor. It’s a plant made to be nibbled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ARROSAGE \u0026 ENTRETIEN --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCyperus is a \u003cstrong\u003esemi-aquatic\u003c\/strong\u003e plant — its care is the opposite of other houseplants: here, excess water is not feared, dryness is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep the substrate constantly moist — you can leave 1 to 2 cm of water in the saucer at all times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 to 3 times a week in summer, 1 to 2 times a week in winter. Never let the substrate dry out completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e use room temperature water, filtered or rainwater if possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e liquid green plant fertilizer diluted by half, once a month in spring and summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e cut yellow or dry stems at the base to encourage new growth — this is what your cat will prefer to nibble on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eUnlike most houseplants, a saucer full of water is the rule here, not the exception. If the substrate dries out, the stems quickly yellow — this is the only real risk with this plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- IDÉES DÉCO \u0026 ASSOCIATIONS VÉGÉTALES --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\" id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026 combinations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pet Candy pot clearly positions the \u003cstrong\u003eCyperus Zumula\u003c\/strong\u003e as a plant dedicated to your feline — decorative for you, functional for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCat plant corner:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with other non-toxic plants like a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantes-pet-friendly-interieur\"\u003eCalathea or a Peperomia\u003c\/a\u003e to create a fully safe green space for your pet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn a bright bathroom:\u003c\/strong\u003e the natural humidity and indirect light make it an ideal spot — accessible to your cat and decorative for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs a gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Pet Candy pot makes it an original and thoughtful present for any cat owner. Find our ideas in our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantes-pretes-a-offrir\"\u003eready-to-gift plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eIf your cat nibbles too intensely, trim the damaged stems at the base and water generously — new tender shoots will appear within a few days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONSEILS VERDEIA --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\" id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia advice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNever let the substrate dry out\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the number one mistake with Cyperus. Unlike almost all other houseplants, here excess water is not a problem — dryness is. A saucer full of water = a happy plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYellow stems: lack of water or humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — if stems turn yellow, water immediately and check that the saucer contains water. In too dry an atmosphere, mist the foliage regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrune regularly for your cat\u003c\/strong\u003e — young tender shoots are what cats prefer. Regular pruning of old stems encourages new fresh leaves and keeps the plant attractive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagate easily in spring\u003c\/strong\u003e — divide the clump by separating the roots and repot each part in moist substrate. You get several plants in just a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTake it outside in summer if possible\u003c\/strong\u003e — on an exposed balcony or terrace, it will benefit from natural rain and produce even denser foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🐾 100% non-toxic\u003c\/strong\u003e — Cyperus Zumula is completely safe for cats and dogs. Let your pet nibble the leaves without worry. Find more ideas in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantes-pet-friendly-interieur\"\u003epet-friendly plant selection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\" id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCyperus alternifolius\u003c\/em\u003e 'Zumula'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dwarf papyrus, Cat grass, Dwarf umbrella plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cyperaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Madagascar, tropical wet zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 30–40 cm indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright to very bright light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e abundant — substrate constantly moist, saucer always filled with water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e fast with regular watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy (regular watering essential)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity for pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e non-toxic for cats and dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pet Candy with kitten photos, Ø12 cm, included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graphic \/ Pet-friendly \/ Gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural and safe cat grass, fine foliage in umbels, semi-aquatic, fast-growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The density of the foliage and the height of the stems naturally vary depending on light and watering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56818915574025,"sku":"28776","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/cyperus-zumula-avec-pot-chat-herbe-a-chats-papyrus-nain-o12-cm-h23-cm-verdeia-7227935.jpg?v=1772398200","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/ciperaceas-zumula-12cm-23cm","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}