Color:

Cyclamen

Cyclamen persicum

Perennial

Popular

Primrose Family

Butterfly-like flowers that appear to fly above heart-shaped leaves. Winter bloomer. Popular gift plant. Also called Persian violet. Delicate appearance. Symbol of devotion and resignation.

Bloom Season

Winter, Spring

Habitat

Temperate

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Perfect For

Wedding

Care & Vase Life

Stays fresh for 5 to 7 days

when properly cared for

Pull stems from the tuber rather than cutting for longer vase life

Use cool water and keep very cool - they prefer 50-60F

Keep away from heat sources and direct sunlight

Stems are naturally curved - display in a way that shows this beauty

Better as potted plant

If cut, very delicate

Keep cool

Mist flowers

Fragrance Profile

Mild

Some varieties have a sweet, subtle fragrance especially in the evening

Safety Information

Toxic to Cats

Toxic to Dogs

Toxic to Humans

Contains saponins concentrated in the tuber - can cause severe digestive upset and heart rhythm issues

Fun Facts

The reflexed petals evolved to protect pollen from rain

After flowering, seed pods spiral down to plant seeds near the tuber

Ancient Romans planted cyclamen around beehives believing it helped honey production

The name comes from Greek kyklos meaning circle, referring to the round tubers

Origin & History

Native to Mediterranean and Middle East

Native to the Mediterranean region and Middle East, cyclamen has been cultivated since ancient times. The Greeks believed it protected against enchantment. Medieval Europeans planted it around homes for protection. The florists cyclamen we know today was developed in the 19th century from wild species.