Cyclamen care guide
Cyclamen persicum
Medium care⚠️ 🐾
Cyclamen (Cyclamen persicum) does best when watered about every 5 days. Let the top 2–3 cm of soil dry out before watering again; adjust the rhythm to season and light.
Place it in bright indirect light. Humidity needs are average room. The comfortable temperature range is 12–18°C. During the growing season, feed it about every 30 days.
Care difficulty: moderate.
⚠️ Pet safety: Cyclamen is toxic to cats and dogs. Tubers are toxic — vomiting, arrhythmia, seizures. Keep it out of reach, and if your pet chews it, contact a vet.
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▸How often should I water Cyclamen?
About every 5 days. In winter or lower light, stretch the interval; in hot bright rooms, shorten it slightly. Always check the soil first.
▸What light does Cyclamen need?
Cyclamen prefers bright indirect light, with a comfortable range of 12–18°C.
▸Is Cyclamen toxic to cats and dogs?
Yes. Tubers are toxic — vomiting, arrhythmia, seizures.
▸How often should I fertilize Cyclamen?
Roughly every 30 days during spring and summer; pause or halve feeding in winter.