Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 294 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755607
Common Names
- Allium ampeloprasum
- Ampeloprasum Onion
- Ampeloprasum Garlic
Description
Allium ampeloprasum (also called 'Wild Leek', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Allium ampeloprasum is used as a flavoring in cooking and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Allium ampeloprasum is white or pink, and it has six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allium ampeloprasum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Allium ampeloprasum
Allium ampeloprasum is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.
Allium ampeloprasum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allium ampeloprasum?
Allium ampeloprasum
What is the common name of Allium ampeloprasum?
Wild leek
Where is Allium ampeloprasum found?
It is found in the Caucasus region of Eurasia.
Species in the Allium genus
Allium aaseae,
Allium abramsii,
Allium acidoides,
Allium aciphyllum,
Allium acuminatum,
Allium acutiflorum,
Allium aegilicum,
Allium affine,
Allium afghanicum,
Allium aflatunense,
Allium agrigentinum,
Allium akaka,
Allium alabasicum,
Allium alaicum,
Allium albiflorum,
Allium albotunicatum,
Allium albovianum,
Allium alexandrae,
Allium alexeianum,
Allium alibile,
Allium alpinarii,
Allium altaicum,
Allium altissimum,
Allium altyncolicum,
Allium amethystinum,
Allium ampeloprasum,
Allium amphibolum,
Allium amplectens,
Allium anacoleum,
Allium anatolicum,
Allium anceps,
Allium angulosum,
Allium anisopodium,
Allium anisotepalum,
Allium antiatlanticum,
Allium anzalonei,
Allium apulum,
Allium archeotrichon,
Allium arkitense,
Allium arlgirdense,
Allium armenum,
Allium armerioides,
Allium aroides,
Allium artemisietorum,
Allium asarense,
Allium ascalonicum,
Allium aschersonianum,
Allium asclepiadeum,
Allium asirense,
Allium asperiflorum,
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
Acis autumnalis,
Acis longifolia,
Acis rosea,
Acis trichophylla,
Acis fabrei,
Acis nicaeensis,
Acis tingitana,
Acis trichophylla,
Acis valentina,
Acis ionica,
Agapanthus africanus,
Agapanthus campanulatus,
Agapanthus caulescens,
Agapanthus coddii,
Agapanthus inapertus,
Agapanthus praecox,
Agapanthus walshii,
Allium aaseae,
Allium abramsii,
Allium acidoides,
Allium aciphyllum,
Allium acuminatum,
Allium acutiflorum,
Allium aegilicum,
Allium affine,
Allium afghanicum,
Allium aflatunense,
Allium agrigentinum,
Allium akaka,
Allium alabasicum,
Allium alaicum,
Allium albiflorum,
Allium albotunicatum,
Allium albovianum,
Allium alexandrae,
Allium alexeianum,
Allium alibile,
Allium alpinarii,
Allium altaicum,
Allium altissimum,
Allium altyncolicum,
Allium amethystinum,
Allium ampeloprasum,
Allium amphibolum,
Allium amplectens,
Allium anacoleum,
Allium anatolicum,
Allium anceps,
Allium angulosum,
Allium anisopodium,