Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
galileum
ID:
835652

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brullo, Guglielmo, Pavone & Salmeri

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Taxon 57: 250 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834987

Common Names

  • Allium galileum
  • Galileum Allium
  • Galilean Allium

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Description

Allium galileum (also called Galilee Onion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a thick, succulent stem and long, narrow, pointed leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Allium galileum is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allium galileum has a flower with a bright yellow bract and white flowers. The seed is a black, round-shaped berry. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium galileum is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or from bulbs. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by dividing the bulbs in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Allium galileum

Allium galileum is native to the Mediterranean region.

Allium galileum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium galileum?

Allium galileum

What is the natural habitat of Allium galileum?

Mediterranean region

What are the ideal growing conditions for Allium galileum?

Full sun, well-draining soil, and regular watering

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-372174: Based on the initial data import
Salvatore Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.
Cristina Salmeri (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salmeri' in the authors string.
Pietro Pavone (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pavone' in the authors string.
Anna Guglielmo (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guglielmo' in the authors string.