Status:
valid
Authors:
Bogdanovic, C.Brullo, Brullo, Giusso, Musarella & Salmeri
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Candollea 66: 378 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332216
Common Names
- Allium Cithaeronis
- Onion
- Garlic
Description
Allium cithaeronis (also called Allium cithaeronense, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Greece. This species is found in rocky places and grasslands at elevations of 1,200–2,400 m.
Uses & Benefits
Allium cithaeronis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Allium cithaeronis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oblong shape and the seedlings are small, thin, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allium cithaeronis is an easy-to-grow perennial bulb native to the Mediterranean. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by division of the bulbs in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be used for propagation.
Where to Find Allium cithaeronis
Allium cithaeronis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.
Allium cithaeronis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allium cithaeronis?
Allium cithaeronis
What is the natural habitat of Allium cithaeronis?
Allium cithaeronis is found in the grasslands of Greece.
What is the flowering season of Allium cithaeronis?
Allium cithaeronis flowers in the summer season.
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,