Cyclamen 'Red'
The Cyclamen 'Red' (*Cyclamen persicum*) is a charming flowering houseplant, also known as the Alpine Violet or Persian Violet. This established plant features vibrant red blooms and unique foliage that emerges in autumn and thrives through the winter months. It grows from a tuber and naturally enters a summer dormancy period, making it ideal for indoor cultivation. Arriving potted and ready to display, this plant brings a touch of seasonal color to any home environment, requiring intermediate care and bright indirect light.
$23.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.2
/ 5
Category Rank
10021
/ 10370
#10021 in Potted Houseplants
Price vs Category Average
-54%
Below average
Pot Diameter
4
/ inches
Who it's for
- Vibrant Winter Color
- Distinctive Appearance
- Potential for Reblooming
Who should skip it
- Strict Temperature Needs
- Highly Sensitive to Watering
- Toxicity Risk
Key Specs
Pot Diameter
4 inches
Botanical Name
Cyclamen persicum
Plant Type
Flowering Plant
Pot Shape
round
Toxicity
Toxic to pets
Cultivar/Variety
Red
Care Level
Intermediate
Watering Frequency
Low
Features
- Vibrant red flowers for indoor display
- Unique autumn/winter foliage
- Grows from a tuber base
- Natural summer dormancy cycle
- Suitable for indoor environments
- Arrives potted and planted
- Intermediate care level
- Bright indirect light preferred
What customers say
The Cyclamen 'Red' receives high praise, mainly for its stunning, vibrant true red coloration that consistently impresses buyers. Customers frequently note the plant's robust health upon arrival, crediting the shop's effective packaging for minimizing transit damage. While initial visual appeal is excellent, some minor wilting occurs post-delivery, resolving quickly with proper care. A secondary point concerns size; a few reviewers felt the delivered specimen was slightly smaller than advertised, marginally impacting perceived value. Overall, the consensus strongly favors this high-quality, beautiful plant, recognizing it as an excellent source of seasonal color despite the inherent, manageable risks of shipping live flora.
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