Status:
valid
Authors:
Kotukhov
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Turczaninowia 6: 6 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770527
Common Names
- Allium
- Azutavicum Onion
- Azutavicum Garlic
Description
Allium azutavicum (also called Azuza Onion, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of narrow, grey-green leaves and small, star-shaped white flowers. It prefers dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Allium azutavicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Allium azutavicum are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allium azutavicum is a bulbous perennial plant. It can be propagated by division of the bulbs or by seed. Plant bulbs in a sunny location in well-drained soil in the fall. Water regularly during the growing season and let the foliage die back naturally in the summer. Divide the bulbs every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
Where to Find Allium azutavicum
Allium azutavicum is found in the Mediterranean region.
Allium azutavicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allium azutavicum?
Allium azutavicum
What is the growth habit of Allium azutavicum?
It is an evergreen perennial herb with a rosette of leaves.
What is the native range of Allium azutavicum?
It is native to the Mediterranean region.
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
Yu.A. Kotukhov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kotukhov' in the authors string.