Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
creticum
ID:
632420

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hildebr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 19(2): 367 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631752

Common Names

  • Cretic Cyclamen
  • Cyclamen creticum
  • Cretic Sowbread

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Synonyms

  • Cyclamen balearicum creticum (Dörfl.) Ietsw. [unknown]
  • Cyclamen creticum erubescens J.Compton [unknown]
  • Cyclamen creticum pallideroseum Grey-Wilson [unknown]
  • Cyclamen repandum creticum Dörfl. [unknown]
  • Cyclamen repandum creticum (Dörfl.) Debussche & J.D.Thomps. [unknown]
  • Cyclamen hederifolium creticum (Hildebr.) O.Schwarz [unknown]

Description

Cyclamen creticum (also called Cretan Cyclamen, among many other common names) is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial native to Crete. It has heart-shaped, dark green leaves and produces pink or white flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cyclamen creticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyclamen creticum is white with a pink center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyclamen creticum 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 creticum

Cyclamen creticum is native to the temperate regions of the Mediterranean, including Crete, Cyprus, and Turkey.

Cyclamen creticum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cyclamen creticum?

Cyclamen creticum is native to Greece and is found in subtropical and tropical forests.

What type of soil does Cyclamen creticum prefer?

Cyclamen creticum prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5.

How much sunlight does Cyclamen creticum need?

Cyclamen creticum needs full sun to partial shade.

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