Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
canariense
ID:
1411675

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel) N.Friesen & P.Schönfelder

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 221(1): 13. 2015 [28 Jul 2015] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424140

Common Names

  • Allium canariense
  • Canary Allium
  • Canarian Allium

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Description

Allium canariense (also called Canary Garlic, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous species native to the Canary Islands. It has a single, erect stem, which can reach up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are long and narrow, and the flowers are white, fragrant, and have a yellowish-brown lip. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Allium canariense is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens to add a splash of color. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating colds, coughs, and sore throats.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Allium canariense sub. obtusitepalum (Svent.) N.Friesen & P.Schönfelder

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allium canariense has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium canariense is a bulb that can be propagated from offsets or by seed. Offsets should be removed from the parent plant and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Allium canariense prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Allium canariense

Allium canariense is native to the Canary Islands.

Allium canariense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium canariense?

Allium canariense

What is the common name of Allium canariense?

Canariense Allium

What is the family of Allium canariense?

Amaryllidaceae

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

Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Nikolai Walterowich Friesen (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Friesen' in the authors string.
Peter Schönfelder (1940-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Schönfelder' in the authors string.