SPECIMEN NO. #69
⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS
Family: Primulaceae
Cyclamen persicum
Common Name: Florist's 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...