Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
enginii
ID:
756834

Status:
valid

Authors:
Özhatay & B.Mathew

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 50: 724 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756167

Common Names

  • Enginii Onion
  • Enginii Garlic
  • Enginii Chive

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Description

Allium enginii (also called Engin's Onion, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to Turkey. It has long, narrow, grey-green leaves and produces white flowers. It is typically found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Allium enginii is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a culinary herb, with a mild onion flavor that is used in salads, soups, and other dishes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, including its ability to reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and boost the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allium enginii has white flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium enginii is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some cold temperatures. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Allium enginii

Allium enginii is native to the Mediterranean region.

Allium enginii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium enginii?

Allium enginii

What is the common name of Allium enginii?

Engin's Onion

What is the natural habitat of Allium enginii?

Mountain slopes and meadows in the western United States

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-295495: Based on the initial data import
Brian Mathew (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Mathew' in the authors string.
Neriman Özhatay (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Özhatay' in the authors string.