Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
flavum
ID:
756922

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 299 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756255

Common Names

  • Flavum Onion
  • Flavum Garlic
  • Flavum Leek

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Description

Allium flavum (also called Yellow 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 flavum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a culinary herb. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antidiabetic properties which can help to reduce the risk of certain diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Allium flavum sub. ionochlorum Maire
Allium flavum var. minus Boiss.
Allium flavum var. pilosum Kollmann & Koyuncu
Allium flavum sub. tauricum (Besser ex Rchb.) K.Richt.
Allium flavum sub. flavum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allium flavum 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 flavum is a small, evergreen bulbous plant that can reach up to 2 feet in height. It is native to South Africa and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach 3-4 inches in height.

Where to Find Allium flavum

Allium flavum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including France, Italy, Spain, and Turkey.

Allium flavum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium flavum?

Allium flavum

What is the common name of Allium flavum?

Yellow Onion

What is the natural habitat of Allium flavum?

It is native to the Caucasus region of 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,

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