{"title":"Tropical Cyclamen","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"162\"\u003eGenus: Cyclamen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"335\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"176\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primulaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"191\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"208\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cyclamen, Persian Violet, Florist's Cyclamen\u003cbr data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"256\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Europe, the Mediterranean region, and parts of western Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"867\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"356\"\u003eCyclamen is a genus of tuberous perennials known for their upswept, reflexed petals and beautifully patterned heart- or kidney-shaped leaves. While naturally native to temperate climates, certain species—most notably \u003cem data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"592\"\u003eCyclamen persicum\u003c\/em\u003e—are widely grown in tropical and subtropical regions as \u003cstrong data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"671\"\u003eindoor ornamentals\u003c\/strong\u003e due to their need for cool, dry winters and mild, moist summers. Flowers bloom in shades of pink, red, purple, or white and are popular during the winter months, especially as potted gift plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"884\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"968\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"968\"\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun, especially in warm climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003eThrives in cool indoor temperatures (15–20°C); avoid heat and dry air\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003eWater carefully—keep soil lightly moist during active growth but never soggy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eWater from the base or edge of the pot to avoid rotting the tuber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003eAllow the plant to go dormant after flowering; reduce watering until new growth emerges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003eThe genus name \u003cem data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003eCyclamen\u003c\/em\u003e comes from the Greek word \u003cem data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003ekyklos\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning “circle,” referring to the round tubers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003eCyclamen persicum\u003c\/em\u003e is the most widely cultivated species and has been extensively hybridized for ornamental use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003eThough often marketed as indoor “tropical” plants, they actually prefer cooler conditions than typical tropicals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003eThe plant goes dormant in summer and regrows in autumn, mimicking its Mediterranean climate cycle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003eAll parts of the plant, especially the tuber, are toxic if ingested—keep away from pets and small children\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/tropical-cyclamen.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}