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Nomenclature

Name a contraction of Greek, kyklaminos, from kyklos, a circle, alluding to the coiled stem of the seed vessel.
Stearn, W.T. (1996). Dictionary of Plant Names for Gardeners. Cassell. p.110

Toxicity

Cardiotoxic.

Cyclamen hederifolium Aiton 'Album'

Family: PRIMULACEAE
Genus: Cyclamen
Species: hederifolium Aiton
Cultivar: 'Album'
Common names: Sow bread; Ivy-leaved Cyclamen 'Album'
Distribution summary: Eurasia
Habit: Perennial
Garden status: Not currently grown
Reason for growing: Toxic


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