Primulaceae
1 species in this database
1 of 1 Primulaceae species here are toxic to cats and dogs, all via terpenoid saponins. They water every 4 to 9 days.
| Plant | Light | Water | Pet safe | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florist’s cyclamenCyclamen persicum | Medium | 4–9d | No | Demanding |
What these share
Derived from the 1 entries above, not asserted about the family at large.
| Watering range across the family | Every 4 to 9 days for a 6-inch pot indoors |
|---|---|
| Native habitat recorded | temperate forest floor |
| Toxic to cats and dogs | 1 of 1 — terpenoid saponins |
| Least demanding here | Florist’s cyclamen, Demanding. Scores 4 of 5: it wants cool nights most homes do not have, and water poured into the crown rots the tuber. It is not dying when it yellows in spring, it is going dormant. |
Family membership is a rough guide to care, not a rule. It predicts toxic principle far better than it predicts watering: species in the same family routinely come from different habitats, and habitat is what sets the interval. Read the individual entry before acting on anything here.
Sources
- Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Plants of the World Online — family placement for 1 of 1 species (example)
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control — toxicity classification, cited per species on each entry
- North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox — poison severity where published
- Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder — pest and disease guidance, cited per species
Compiled and edited by Tony Valcarcel · 2026-09-11
Every figure on this page is computed from the species entries listed above.
Nothing here is a claim about Primulaceae beyond the plants in this database.