Status:
valid
Authors:
Ledeb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Fl. Altaic. 2: 18 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755978
Common Names
- Clathrate Onion
- Clathrate Garlic
- Clathrate Leek
Description
Allium clathratum (also called Netted Garlic, among many other common names) is a species of onion native to the Mediterranean region. It is a bulbous perennial plant with a height of up to 30 cm. It has long, narrow, grey-green leaves and white or pink flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Allium clathratum is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive flowers. It is also used as a culinary herb and is known for its strong onion-like flavor.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Allium clathratum is a white, star-shaped bloom with six petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedling has a single, thin, white stem with a single, small, white leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allium clathratum is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.
Where to Find Allium clathratum
Allium clathratum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including France, Italy, Spain, and Turkey.
Allium clathratum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allium clathratum?
Allium clathratum
What is the common name of Allium clathratum?
Clathratum Onion
Where is Allium clathratum native to?
Central and Eastern Asia
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,