Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fasciculatum
ID:
756875

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rendle

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 44: 42 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756208

Common Names

  • Fasciculatum Onion
  • Fasciculatum Garlic
  • Fasciculatum Chive

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Description

Allium fasciculatum (also called Clustered 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, hollow leaves. It typically grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Allium fasciculatum 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 fasciculatum has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters of 3-6. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium fasciculatum 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 fasciculatum

Allium fasciculatum can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Allium fasciculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium fasciculatum?

Allium fasciculatum

What is the family of Allium fasciculatum?

Amaryllidaceae

What is the habitat of Allium fasciculatum?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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,

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