Status:
valid
Authors:
Deniz & Sümbül
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 41: 147 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770528
Common Names
- Allium
- Elmali Onion
- Elmali Garlic
Description
Allium elmaliense (also called Elmali Onion, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Turkey and grows in rocky areas, grasslands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Allium elmaliense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Allium elmaliense are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allium elmaliense is a bulbous perennial plant. It can be propagated by division of the bulbs or by seed. Plant bulbs in a sunny location in well-drained soil in the fall. Water regularly during the growing season and let the foliage die back naturally in the summer. Divide the bulbs every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
Where to Find Allium elmaliense
Allium elmaliense is found in the Mediterranean region.
Allium elmaliense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allium elmaliense?
Allium elmaliense
What is the growth habit of Allium elmaliense?
It is an evergreen perennial herb with a rosette of leaves.
What is the native range of Allium elmaliense?
It is native to the Mediterranean region.
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,