Status:
valid
Authors:
Eksi, Koyuncu & Özkan
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 62: 85 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330441
Common Names
- Allium ekimianum
- Ekimianum Allium
- Allium
Description
Allium ekimianum (also called 'Ekimianum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is found in Turkey. It is found in rocky areas, meadows, and steppes at elevations of 1000-2000m.
Uses & Benefits
Allium ekimianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Allium ekimianum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and ovoid. Seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allium ekimianum is a hardy bulbous perennial that is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is by division of the bulbs or by seed. The bulbs should be planted in autumn or spring, at a depth of 10-15 cm. The seed should be sown in autumn or spring in a cold frame.
Where to Find Allium ekimianum
Allium ekimianum is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in the wild in Croatia, Greece, Italy, and Turkey.
Allium ekimianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allium ekimianum?
Allium ekimianum
What type of plant is Allium ekimianum?
Herb
Where is Allium ekimianum native to?
Turkey
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
Hamdi Özkan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Özkan' in the authors string.