Cyclamen neapolitanum

Naples Cyclamen

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Tuberous perennial with dark green heart-shaped leaves featuring silver reticulation. Produces upright pink or white flowers in autumn and winter. Native Mediterranean species.
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Plant Details

Common Name Naples Cyclamen
Family Primulaceae
Genus Cyclamen
Species Neapolitanum
Origin Southern Europe, Italy
Blooming Foliage plant, blooms from autumn to spring
Leaf Color Dark green with silver variegation
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Peat-based substrate with perlite for drainage, pH slightly acidic to neutral

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Watering

Water from bottom during active growth, keep soil moist but not soggy. Reduce watering significantly during summer dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light, avoid direct sun especially in summer heat, protect from frost

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during growing season (Sep-May), stop feeding in summer dormancy

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers and yellow leaves at the base by twisting gently

Pest Control Aphid Cyclamen Mite Mealybug Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 7 months
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Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 9 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1200 – 6000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
600 – 1500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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