Status:
valid
Authors:
Pobed.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1946
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 9: 250 (1946)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631824
Common Names
- Cyclamen parviflorum
- Small-flowered Cyclamen
- Cyclamen of Small-flowered
Synonyms
- Cyclamen coum parviflorum (Pobed.) Ietsw. [unknown]
- Cyclamen vernum alpinum O.Schwarz [unknown]
- Cyclamen coum alpinum O.Schwarz [unknown]
Description
Cyclamen parviflorum (also called Small-Flowered 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 parviflorum 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 parviflorum var. subalpinum Grey-Wilson
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyclamen parviflorum is white with a pink center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyclamen parviflorum 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 parviflorum
Cyclamen parviflorum can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, including the Alps, the Pyrenees, and the Carpathians.
Cyclamen parviflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyclamen parviflorum?
Cyclamen parviflorum
How big does Cyclamen parviflorum grow?
Cyclamen parviflorum can grow up to 10 inches tall.
What is the natural habitat of Cyclamen parviflorum?
Cyclamen parviflorum is native to the rocky hillsides of Turkey.
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,