Plants
Persian cyclamen care: light, water & problems
Scientific name: Cyclamen persicum · Common name: Persian cyclamen
Persian cyclamen: bright indirect light without direct sun. Water from the bottom via the saucer to keep moisture away from the central tuber crown.
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Care at a glance
Light
Bright indirect light without direct sun. A cool, bright windowsill encourages sturdy upright flower stems.
Watering
Water from the bottom via the saucer to keep moisture away from the central tuber crown; discard leftover water after 15 minutes.
Conditions vary with pot, season and location. Always check the mix and your plant's response.
How to identify it
Tuberous winter-blooming perennial with heart-shaped dark green leaves patterned in silver, topped by graceful reflexed petals.
Environment and placement
Cool temperatures (10-16 °C / 50-61 °F). Warm heated rooms trigger rapid leaf yellowing and premature dormancy.
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Potting mix and feeding
Keep drainage open and observe how long this particular pot takes to dry.
There is no universal feeding dose: fertilise only during healthy growth, following the label and a confirmed identification.
Problems to check
Tuber crown rot from overhead watering; floppy wilted stems caused by warm room temperatures or waterlogged potting mix.
Specialized diagnostic guide
What to check when your plant droops
Cats and dogs
ASPCA lists this species as toxic to cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it; contact a veterinarian if ingestion is suspected.
ASPCACommon question
How do I water cyclamen without rotting the tuber?
Place water into the saucer for 15 minutes allowing roots to drink from below, then discard the drained excess; never pour water into the plant crown.
Botanical source
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