Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
autumnale
ID:
756407

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.H.Davis

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 4: 113 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755740

Common Names

  • Allium autumnale
  • Autumnale's Allium
  • Autumnale Allium

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Description

Allium autumnale (also called 'Autumn Onion', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Allium autumnale is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover or as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allium autumnale is a small, white inflorescence, with a single seed per seedling. The seedlings are small, with a single seed per seedling. The seed is small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium autumnale can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly and keep it moist. When the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them to individual pots. For division, dig up the clump and divide it into smaller sections. Replant the sections in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Allium autumnale

Allium autumnale is native to Europe and can be found in moist, grassy soils. It is also found in North Africa.

Allium autumnale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium autumnale?

Allium autumnale

What is the common name of Allium autumnale?

Autumn garlic

What is the natural habitat of Allium autumnale?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woods

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-295094: Based on the initial data import
Peter Hadland Davis (1918-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Davis' in the authors string.