Spider Plant vs Florist Cyclamen

Side-by-side comparison

Choosing between Chlorophytum comosum and Cyclamen persicum depends on your specific needs and priorities.

When it comes to difficulty, Chlorophytum comosum offers Easy compared to Cyclamen persicum's Hard. When it comes to toxic to pets, Chlorophytum comosum offers false compared to Cyclamen persicum's true. When it comes to family, Chlorophytum comosum offers Asparagaceae compared to Cyclamen persicum's Primulaceae.

Below is a detailed side-by-side breakdown to help you make an informed decision between these two plants.

Light
Chlorophytum comosum
Bright indirect
Cyclamen persicum
Bright indirect
Water
Chlorophytum comosum
Moderate
Cyclamen persicum
Moderate
Difficulty
Chlorophytum comosum
Easy
Cyclamen persicum
Hard
Toxic to Pets
Chlorophytum comosum
Cyclamen persicum
Family
Chlorophytum comosum
Asparagaceae
Cyclamen persicum
Primulaceae

Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant or common spider plant due to its spider-like look, also known as spider ivy, airplane plant, ribbon plant, and hen and chickens, is a species of...

Cyclamen persicum

Cyclamen persicum, the Persian cyclamen, is a species of flowering herbaceous perennial plant growing from a tuber, native to rocky hillsides, shrubland, and woodland up to 1,200 m (3,900 ft) above...

Comparison Summary

Light
Bright indirect vs Bright indirect
Water
Moderate vs Moderate
Difficulty
Easy vs Hard
Toxic To Pets
No vs Yes
Family
Asparagaceae vs Primulaceae
Max Height
1-2 ft vs 6-12 in
Native Region
tropical and Southern Africa but has become naturalized i... vs rocky hillsides, shrubland

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Spider Plant or Florist Cyclamen?

For ease of care, Spider Plant. Spider Plant is easy difficulty while Florist Cyclamen is hard difficulty.

Do Spider Plant and Florist Cyclamen need the same light?

Spider Plant prefers bright indirect while Florist Cyclamen prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.

Are Spider Plant and Florist Cyclamen safe for pets?

Spider Plant is pet-safe and Florist Cyclamen is toxic to pets.

Can I grow Spider Plant and Florist Cyclamen together?

Yes, they have similar care needs and can be grown side by side.