Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Allow excess water to drain away to prevent root rot. Reduce watering significantly during the summer dormancy period, keeping the soil barely moist.
Also known as Alpine Cyclamen · Common Cyclamen · Cyclamen
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Purple Cyclamen (Cyclamen purpurascens) is a charming perennial with fragrant, magenta-purple flowers and attractive, marbled foliage. Ideal for shaded, moist woodland ga
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, especially in the afternoon, which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings during active growth; keep barely moist during summer dormancy.
Well-drained, humus-rich
50% intensity
Cool
75% intensity
Thrives in cool temperatures, ideally between 10-18°C during the growing season. Avoid high heat.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during active growth (autumn-spring).
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Tubers contain toxic compounds
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Allow excess water to drain away to prevent root rot. Reduce watering significantly during the summer dormancy period, keeping the soil barely moist.
Remove spent flowers and yellowing or dead leaves promptly to encourage further blooming and maintain plant health. This also helps prevent fungal diseases. No severe pruning is typically required for this species.
Propagate from seed sown in autumn or early spring. Germination can be erratic and slow. Division of tubers is also possible after flowering, usually in late spring or early summer, when the plant is dormant.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the tuber fills the pot, typically in late summer or early autumn just before new growth begins. Use a well-draining potting mix. Ensure the top of the tuber is just at the soil surface.
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Where Purple Cyclamen (Cyclamen purpurascens) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Genus | Cyclamen |
| Species | Cyclamen purpurascens |
Similar in genus Cyclamen
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