Cyclamen somalense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
somalense
ID:
632550
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thulin & Warfa
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 166: 249 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631882
Common Names
- Cyclamen Somalense
- Somalense Cyclamen
- Cyclamen of Somalense
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyclamen somalense (also called 'Somali Cyclamen', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in moist, open, and often shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cyclamen somalense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyclamen somalense has small, white, fragrant flowers with pink stripes and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are short and have two pairs of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cyclamen somalense is a tuberous perennial native to the Mediterranean. It can be propagated from seeds or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain a desired shape.
Where to Find Cyclamen somalense
Cyclamen somalense can be found in Somalia.
Cyclamen somalense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyclamen somalense?
Cyclamen somalense
What is the natural habitat of Cyclamen somalense?
It is native to the Horn of Africa.
What is the growth habit of Cyclamen somalense?
It is an evergreen, tuberous-rooted perennial.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2749853: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Ahmed Mumin Warfa (d.1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warfa' in the authors string.