Cyclamen🌸

A perennial tuberous herb in the primrose family, native from the Mediterranean to Western Asia. In winter and spring, reflexed 5-petaled flowers nod downward on the flower stalks — in white, pink, red, or purple. Introduced to Japan in the late Meiji period and now the definitive potted plant for Christmas and year-end gifts. The Japanese name 'kagaribi-bana' ('bonfire flower') likens the shape to a bonfire. The heart-shaped leaves are dark green with silver marbling. Tender to frost and usually grown indoors.

Identification Points

• ✓Reflexed petals on nodding flowers (distinctive)
• ✓Heart-shaped leaves with silver marbling on dark green
• ✓Winter to spring bloomer, common as potted plant

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