Is Cyclamen Poisonous? Solutions for Yellowing Leaves

Cyclamen is a fairly common flower in everyday life, and because of its unique flower shape and diverse colors it is deeply loved by people. Many people like to buy a pot to decorate their home environment, but many people say cyclamen is poisonous and not suitable to keep at home, so is cyclamen poisonous? What should you do if the leaves turn yellow?

I. Introduction to Cyclamen:

1. What is the flower language of cyclamen?

The flower language of cyclamen is introversion and welcoming honored guests. It is suitable for giving to relatives and friends to convey good wishes.

2. When does cyclamen bloom?

Cyclamen generally blooms around December, and the flowering period extends to around March, but if cared for properly, the flowering period can be extended by about 5 months.

II. Is Cyclamen Poisonous?

1. Cyclamen is poisonous, and the toxicity is concentrated in the rhizome. If a person eats it by mistake, symptoms of poisoning such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea will occur. If it accidentally splashes onto the skin, it will cause itching, redness and swelling, so be sure to pay attention when growing it. If pruning, it is best to wear gloves.

2. Cyclamen is poisonous, but the scent it gives off is non-toxic, so it can be kept indoors, but it is best not to keep it in the bedroom, so as to avoid competing with people for oxygen at night and affecting sleep. In addition, if there are elderly people or children at home, it is best not to keep it, so as to avoid breaking the rhizome and accidentally touching the sap and causing poisoning. If you really want to grow it, it is best to place it somewhere people cannot reach.

III. What Should You Do If Cyclamen Leaves Turn Yellow?

Cause 1: Too much or too little watering: Cyclamen likes water but fears waterlogging. Generally, it is enough to keep the soil moist. If watered too much, water will accumulate in the potting soil and cause root rot, which will make the leaves turn yellow. Of course, if watered too little or not watered for a long time, the plant will lack water and be unable to grow, which will also make the leaves turn yellow.

Solution: If you have watered too much recently, or watered little but frequently, then you need to control the amount of watering. If water accumulates in the potting soil, take the plant out promptly, then place it in a cool place to air-dry for one or two days, and finally move it back into the flowerpot. If the potting soil is too dry because it has not been watered for a long time recently, replenish water promptly, but do not water too much; it is enough for the soil to be moist.

Cause 2: Too much light or no light: Cyclamen likes light but is not tolerant of strong light, so in summer, if it is left in the sun for a long time, the plant will wilt and the leaves will turn yellow. Of course, if it is placed in a shady place for a long time, the plant will also be unable to carry out photosynthesis, and the leaves will turn yellow.

Solution: During high-temperature summer weather, do a good job of shading, especially at noon, move it to a cool place promptly, and appropriately sprinkle some water around the potting soil to increase humidity. In spring, autumn and winter, move it promptly to a place with light to ensure sufficient light.

Cause 3: Insufficient fertilizer: Cyclamen does not have high fertilizer requirements, but that does not mean it needs no fertilizer, so if it has not been fertilized for a long time, the plant's leaves will turn yellow.

Solution: Apply some fertilizer promptly, or add some nutrient solution to the water. After a period of time, the leaves will recover.

Cause 4: Being in the dormant period: Cyclamen enters a dormant period in summer, and during the dormant period the leaves drop and turn yellow, so this is a normal phenomenon and there is no need to worry.

Solution: Take out the tuber, then remove the yellow leaves and put it in the refrigerator to chill. When autumn comes, take it out again and plant it.

The above is a detailed introduction to whether cyclamen is poisonous and the solutions for yellowing leaves. I hope it is helpful to everyone.