Overview
Cyclamen coum is a perennial in the genus Cyclamen, part of the Primulaceae family. Cyclamen coum grows best in partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include rock gardens, woodland gardens and borders. It is native to Bulgaria, Krym, Lebanon-Syria, North Caucasus, Palestine, South European Russia, Transcaucasus, Türkiye and Türkiye-in-Europe.
About
Cyclamen coum, the eastern sowbread, is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae. It is a tuberous herbaceous perennial, growing to 5–8 cm (2–3 in), with rounded heart-shaped leaves and pink shell-shaped flowers with darker coloration at the base.
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About the genus
Cyclamen is a genus of 25 species of perennial flowering plants in the family Primulaceae. In English, it is known by the common name sowbread, or, by the genus name as cyclamen. The species are native to Europe and the Mediterranean Basin east to the Caucasus and Iran, with one species in Somalia.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cyclamen
- Sunlight
- partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- neutral, alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- north, east
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Cyclamen coum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Suggested uses
- rock gardens, woodland gardens, borders
- Native to
- Bulgaria, Krym, Lebanon-Syria, North Caucasus, Palestine, South European Russia, Transcaucasus, Türkiye, Türkiye-in-Europe
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cyclamen coum
- Cultivation
- Plant tubers in autumn in well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging; mulch in winter
- Pruning
- Remove dead leaves and flowers to encourage new growth
- Propagation
- seed, tuber division
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Cyclamen coum?
Plant tubers in autumn in well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging; mulch in winter.
Where is the best place to plant Cyclamen coum?
Cyclamen coum prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cyclamen coum need?
Cyclamen coum grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Cyclamen coum?
Remove dead leaves and flowers to encourage new growth.
Is Cyclamen coum hardy in the UK?
Cyclamen coum has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Cyclamen coum?
Seed, tuber division.
