Allium botschantzevii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
botschantzevii
ID:
756478
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kamelin
Source:
wcs
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 13: 42 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755811
Common Names
- Botschantzev's Onion
- Botschantzev Onion
- Botschantzev's Garlic
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Allium botschantzevii (also called Botschantzev's onion, among many other common names) is a species of wild onion native to eastern Europe. It is a bulb-forming perennial with narrow, grass-like leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist meadows, woodlands, and along streams in eastern Europe.
Uses & Benefits
Allium botschantzevii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb. It has a mild onion flavor and is used in salads, soups, and sauces. It also has medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Allium botschantzevii has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and round.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Allium botschantzevii is a hardy perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Allium botschantzevii
Allium botschantzevii can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to the Himalayas.
Allium botschantzevii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allium botschantzevii?
Allium botschantzevii
What are the common names of Allium botschantzevii?
Botschantzev's Onion, Botschantzev's Garlic
Where is Allium botschantzevii native to?
Eastern Europe
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-295161: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Kamelin (1938-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kamelin' in the authors string.