Status:
valid
Authors:
Aiton
Source:
cmp
Year:
1789
Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. 1: 196 (1789)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631783
Common Names
- Cyclamen hederifolium
- Ivy-leaved Cyclamen
- Cyclamen of Ivy-leaved
Synonyms
- Cyclamen hederifolium poli (Delle Chiaje) Giardina & Raimondo [unknown]
- Cyclamen aedirhizum Jord. [unknown]
- Cyclamen albiflorum Jord. [unknown]
- Cyclamen angulare Jord. [unknown]
- Cyclamen autumnale J.Boos [unknown]
- Cyclamen cyclaminus Bedevian [unknown]
- Cyclamen hederifolium albiflorum (Jord.) Grey-Wilson [unknown]
- Cyclamen immaculatum Mazziari ex B.D.Jacks. [unknown]
- Cyclamen insulare Jord. [unknown]
- Cyclamen linearifolium DC. [unknown]
- Cyclamen neapolitanum Ten. [unknown]
- Cyclamen poli Delle Chiaje [unknown]
- Cyclamen romanum Griseb. [unknown]
- Cyclamen sabaudum Jord. [unknown]
- Cyclamen subhastatum Rchb. [unknown]
- Cyclaminum vernum Bubani [unknown]
- Cyclaminus neapolitana Asch. [unknown]
- Cyclamen crassifolium Hildebr. [unknown]
- Cyclamen hederifolium crassifolium (Hildebr.) Culham, Denney & P.Moore [unknown]
- Cyclamen hederifolium virgineum B.Mathew [unknown]
- Cyclamen hederifolium romanum (Griseb.) O.Schwarz [unknown]
Description
Cyclamen hederifolium (also called Ivy-Leaved Cyclamen, among many other common names) is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial native to Europe. It has heart-shaped, dark green leaves and produces pink or white flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cyclamen hederifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a groundcover in some parts of the world.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cyclamen hederifolium var. confusum Grey-Wilson
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyclamen hederifolium is white with a pink center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyclamen hederifolium can be propagated by seed or by division of the tubers. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division of the tubers should be done in the spring or early summer. The tubers should be divided into sections with at least two leaves and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Cyclamen hederifolium
Cyclamen hederifolium is native to the temperate regions of Europe, including the Alps, the Pyrenees, and the Carpathians.
Cyclamen hederifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyclamen hederifolium?
Cyclamen hederifolium
How big does Cyclamen hederifolium grow?
Cyclamen hederifolium can grow up to 10 inches tall.
What is the natural habitat of Cyclamen hederifolium?
Cyclamen hederifolium is native to the rocky hillsides of Europe.
Species in the Cyclamen genus
Cyclamen africanum,
Cyclamen alpinum,
Cyclamen balearicum,
Cyclamen cilicium,
Cyclamen colchicum,
Cyclamen coum,
Cyclamen creticum,
Cyclamen cyprium,
Cyclamen graecum,
Cyclamen hederifolium,
Cyclamen intaminatum,
Cyclamen libanoticum,
Cyclamen mirabile,
Cyclamen parviflorum,
Cyclamen persicum,
Cyclamen pseudibericum,
Cyclamen purpurascens,
Cyclamen repandum,
Cyclamen rohlfsianum,
Cyclamen saundersiae,
Cyclamen somalense,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum,
Aegiceras floridum,
Amblyanthopsis bhotanica,
Amblyanthopsis membranacea,
Amblyanthopsis philippinensis,
Amblyanthus glandulosus,
Amblyanthus multiflorus,
Amblyanthus obovatus,
Amblyanthus praetervisus,
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,