Cyclamen persicum

Cyclamen persicum Cyclamen persicum

What is the plant

Cyclamen are compact houseplants that produce butterfly-like flowers atop tall upright stems. Their flowers come in red, white, pink, and lavender and have a pleasant sweet smell.

There are over 20 species of Cyclamen plants native to North Africa and the Mediterranean. The distinctive leaves of a Cyclamen are heart-shaped and marked with a silver design. These relatively small plants, growing only 8-10 in (20-25 cm) in height, are popular gifts for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Valentine's Day. Although some people discard Cyclamen plants once they have finished flowering, we recommend keeping them. These little gems grow and re-bloom as indoor houseplants for several years.

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Humidity

High

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

7°C - 15°C

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Hard

Hibernation

Warm Period

Toxicity

Poisonous

Water
Cyclamen are sensitive to both over- and underwatering. Water your cyclamen plant only when the soil is dry to touch. Do not leave a plant in this dry state so long that it shows visible signs of not being watered, such as droopy leaves and flowers.
Sunlight
The plant can be quite sensitive to direct sunlight, particularly in the afternoon, and will need shade during the hottest parts of the day. Overall, Cyclamen prefers bright indirect light in winter during its active growth phase. However, in summer, it must be kept in a dark place.
Fertilizer
Apply a 10-10-10 or 20-20-20 fertilizer monthly. Fertilizer for flowering plants will also suit.

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Soil
We suggest planting Cyclamen in loam soil. Loam soil should be rich in minerals and nutrients for the plants and loose enough that roots spread out and grow strong.
Pruning
Make judicious cuts to encourage new growth. Cut just before a leaf node. Or, when cutting off larger stems, cut as close to the main stem as possible.
Propagation
Cyclamen is mostly propagated by seeds. This is time-consuming and demanding, so we recommend buying another plant instead.

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Temperature
Indoors, Cyclamen grow faster and bloom more often in cool temperatures between 55-65°F (12-18˚C). When Cyclamen plants are dormant, during the spring and summer, place them in an area where the temperature is never below 45°F (7˚C) or above 60°F (15˚C). Avoid placing Cyclamen houseplants in drafts or in front of heaters.
Container
Special attention should be paid to the draining properties of the pot. Overall, there are no special requirements: choose a planter of any material which will be 1-1.5 inches bigger than the previous one.
Fun fact
It is an especially popular choice during the holiday season when there are many blooming cultivars available in stores.
Popularity
9,467 people already have this plant 1,739 people have added this plant to their wishlists