Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
falcifolium
ID:
756867

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 400 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756200

Common Names

  • Falcifolium Onion
  • Falcifolium Garlic
  • Falcifolium Chive

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Description

Allium falcifolium (also called Sickle-leaved Onion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a bulb-like root system and long, thin, sickle-shaped leaves. It typically grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Allium falcifolium 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 falcifolium has white or pink flowers, and its seeds are black and round. Its seedlings have a single leaf and are thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium falcifolium is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall and will germinate in 1-2 weeks. Division should be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Allium falcifolium

Allium falcifolium can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Allium falcifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium falcifolium?

Allium falcifolium

What is the common name of Allium falcifolium?

Sickle-leaved Onion

What is the natural habitat of Allium falcifolium?

It is native to the Caucasus Mountains in Russia and Georgia

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-295526: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.