Cyclamen mirabile
Care, watering, light and tips for Cyclamen mirabile on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Primulaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Cyclamen mirabile
Cyclamen mirabile, also known as undercyklamen, is a charming small tuberous plant native to Turkey, prized for its delicately veined leaves and fragrant autumn-blooming flowers. Its leaves, often with silver patterns or a fir-tree shape, make it attractive even without blooms. It is ideal for sheltered rock gardens, alpine gardens, or as an indoor plant in a cool, bright spot.
Native range
Southwestern Turkey
Care tips
Prefers a cool location with bright, indirect light, avoiding intense direct sunlight. Water moderately when the substrate feels dry to the touch, reducing watering once the leaves begin to yellow at the end of its cycle. Use a well-draining, organically rich substrate, such as a cyclamen or African violet mix. Avoid waterlogging, as the tuber is prone to rot.
How to save a dying Cyclamen mirabile
- Warning signs
- Yellow, soft leaves; drooping stems. Wilted, soft flowers.
- First aid
- Remove dead leaves and flowers. Check soil: if wet, stop watering; if dry, lightly bottom-water. Ensure good ventilation and cool temperatures (10-18°C).
- What kills it
- Overwatering (rots the tuber) or excessive heat. Doesn't tolerate high temperatures or direct sun. Avoid watering the plant's crown.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if the tuber isn't rotted. Act quickly to adjust watering and temperature.