Alpine Cyclamen (Cyclamen Purpurascens) is a perennial bulb in the Primulaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Cyclamen purpurascens is an evergreen tuberous perennial with variegated leaves and deep pink to magenta flowers that bloom from summer to autumn.

Alpine Cyclamen

Alpine Cyclamen

Cyclamen Purpurascens

Cyclamen purpurascens is an evergreen tuberous perennial with variegated leaves and deep pink to magenta flowers that bloom from summer to autumn.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, well-drained
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen plant, shade garden accent

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Alpine Cyclamen

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Primulaceae
Genus:Cyclamen