How Long Do Cyclamen Seeds Take to Mature? A Detailed Guide to Growing Techniques

With its rich fragrance, the cyclamen flower is deeply loved by many growers of flowers and plants. Its appearance closely resembles that of begonia, which is why it is also called sowbread begonia flower. This plant is generally propagated from seed; after its flowering period ends, seeds will form, and once the seeds mature they can be collected and stored. Below, the editor will explain in detail the process of collecting cyclamen seeds for everyone!

When the cyclamen flower blooms, hand pollination is generally required for it to produce seeds, and after hand pollination, the seeds usually mature around May each year. Once the seeds are ripe, the seed pods will split open, so when collecting the seeds you must handle them gently, otherwise the plant's branches and leaves can easily break. After collecting the seeds, store them in an envelope.

This plant is generally sown in autumn. As autumn temperatures turn cooler, autumn is the most suitable time for sowing cyclamen. The sowing time is usually from early September to mid-October each year. According to surveys, both the climate and humidity during this period are most favorable for the growth of these seeds. Sowing at the right time will increase the germination rate, while sowing too early or too late will affect it.

As a very common indoor plant, growing cyclamen at home not only provides a strong ornamental effect, but it can also purify the air and absorb toxic gases and sulfur dioxide from the air. Because of its powerful benefits and strong ornamental value, this plant has become a favorite in many households. Placing this plant at home not only lets you enjoy delicate, romantic, and graceful flowers, but also enhances your quality of life.

People often say that among gorgeous flowers there must be toxins that cannot be ignored, and the highly ornamental cyclamen flower is no exception. Although this flower is most suitable for indoor growing, it is also somewhat toxic. Accidentally eating the roots and stems of this flower can easily cause diarrhea and vomiting, and people with skin allergies may develop redness, swelling, and itching after contact.

Although this plant is beautiful, when growing it you must clearly understand its toxic side effects as well as emergency treatment measures after poisoning.

Cyclamen Seed Prices and Cyclamen Seed Growing Methods

Cyclamen, also known by the aliases sowbread begonia and yipin crown, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Primulaceae family and the genus Cyclamen. It prefers a warm environment and fears heat, growing best in cool conditions and in fertile sandy loam rich in humus. Today, the editor will introduce cyclamen seed prices and growing methods for everyone.


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      Cyclamen seeds can only be obtained after hand pollination. The seeds generally mature in May. About 100 cyclamen seeds weigh roughly 10 g, and on the market cyclamen seeds cost about 20-30 yuan/g, with a germination rate of generally 85%-95%. Before sowing, the seeds can be soaked to promote germination, either in cold water for 24 h or in warm water at 30°C for 2-3 h, then the sticky material on the seed surface should be washed off. The sowing time is in September-October.
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      Now that you understand cyclamen seed prices, how are the seeds grown? Generally, the best sowing soil for cyclamen seeds is sandy loam rich in humus, and it can only be used after being finely sieved. When sowing, first place the soil in a pot, spray it thoroughly with water from a watering can, and once the water has completely drained down, immediately sow the seeds in the pot at a spacing of 1-1.5 cm. After sowing, cover with 0.5 cm of soil, cover with glass or plastic film to retain moisture, and place in a semi-shaded spot at 20-22°C.
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      When the pot soil is slightly dry, use the soak-pot method to soak it thoroughly so that the soil stays consistently moist. Under normal conditions, seedlings will emerge in about 20 d. Once the seedling leaves have fully unfolded, the first transplanting can be done. For transplanting, ordinary flower pots can still be used, with the same soil as for sowing, and the seedlings should be spaced about 3 cm apart. Immediately after transplanting, spray thoroughly with a watering can. After that, simply keep the seedling pots moist. When the seedlings have grown 3 leaves and the small corms have reached 5-6 mm in diameter, they should be promptly divided and potted up.
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      When the first leaf of the cyclamen flower has fully grown and the true leaf first appears, it must be transplanted. When the seedlings have 3-4 leaves, they can be planted in pots with a diameter of 10 cm. Later, as the plants grow larger, switch to larger pots, and the repotting time must not be later than June. If the seedlings are small, they can be left in small pots to spend the summer. Seedlings need shading. In hot weather, loosen the soil, weed, water, and fertilize frequently.
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      1. Summer temperatures are high, which is extremely unfavorable for cyclamen growth. Cooling equipment should be used to lower the ambient temperature so it can safely pass the summer. To avoid high temperatures, two layers of shade netting can be used for shading, and watering should be controlled while fertilizing is stopped.
      2. After May, cyclamen leaves gradually turn yellow, and watering should be gradually stopped to let it go dormant. After the leaves have completely withered, it should be placed in a low-temperature, ventilated environment so the corm can safely pass the summer. Generally, the pot is placed in a cool, rain-sheltered spot.
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      After the hot summer passes, the cyclamen flower should be watered lightly to revive the corm and prompt it to sprout. After sprouting, repot it with fresh growing medium and remove the rotten roots. After flowering, it again enters the summer corm dormancy period. Newly propagated seedlings generally begin to bloom in November. If, during the bud stage, the temperature is kept at 15°C-20°C and 100 mg/L gibberellin is sprayed on the buds and pedicels, it can promote pedicel elongation and accelerate flowering.
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      The cyclamen flower has a distinctive shape, is dazzlingly delicate, and gracefully varied. Some varieties are fragrant and have very high ornamental value. It is a precious potted flower for winter and spring, and is also one of the most important potted flowers on the world flower market. Today the editor's introduction to cyclamen seed prices and growing methods ends here. Thank you all for reading.

Cyclamen Seed Growing Methods

Cyclamen Sowing Time

Cyclamen has low requirements for the sowing season and can be sown all year round, but attention must be paid to the temperature at sowing time; it is best to keep it between 15°C and 18°C.

Cyclamen Sowing Steps

Place soil in the flower pot prepared for sowing, poke a few small holes in the pot soil, about 1 cm to 2 cm deep is enough, put the cyclamen seeds in and gently cover them with soil. After planting, cover the top of the pot with a layer of plastic film to maintain the humidity and temperature for cyclamen growth, then cover with a layer of shade netting to block light. While the cyclamen is growing, be sure to maintain soil moisture, neither too dry nor too wet.

Work After Sowing Cyclamen

Cyclamen takes a little over a month to germinate. After the seedlings emerge, gradually let the cyclamen seedlings receive light, otherwise the cyclamen will become leggy. About three months after sowing, the cyclamen will grow true leaves, and by the fifth month it can be repotted.

All the methods described above are natural sowing, but cyclamen seeds can also be pre-treated to promote germination.

Place the cyclamen seeds at 25°C and soak them for about 24 hours to achieve the germination-promoting effect.

Cover the cyclamen seeds with two layers of paper towel, then cover and seal them, and after about 24 hours the germination-promoting effect can also be achieved.

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