SPECIMEN NO. #69
⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS
Family: Primulaceae
Cyclamen persicum
Common Name: Florist's Cyclamen
Florist's Cyclamen (Cyclamen persicum) is a houseplant in the Primulaceae family, native to Algeria. It is a bright indirect-light species that thrives between 1500 and 4000 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 7 days, temperatures of 10–20°C, and about 50% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is toxic to dogs and cats; reported symptoms include salivation, vomiting, diarrhea; ingestion of tubers can cause heart rhythm abnormalities, seizures, and death. It is also known as Common Cyclamen.
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats?
YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:
Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea; ingestion of tubers can cause heart rhythm abnormalities, seizures, and death.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Bright Indirect
Minimum Light Requirement
1500 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
4000 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope
10°C – 20°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
50% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
3169317
Native Biogeographical Range
Algeria; Cyprus; East Aegean Is.; Greece; INTRODUCED; Italy; Kriti; Lebanon-Syri...