Allium giganteum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
giganteum
ID:
756979
Status:
valid
Authors:
Regel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Gartenflora 32: 91 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756312
Common Names
- Giganteum Onion
- Giganteum Garlic
- Giganteum Leek
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Allium giganteum (also called Giant Onion, among many other common names) is a species of onion native to the Mediterranean region. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in grasslands and meadows, and is often found in alpine and subalpine regions.
Uses & Benefits
Allium giganteum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It produces large, showy flower heads that are attractive to pollinators and can be used as a cut flower. It is also used as a culinary herb, with its leaves and flowers being used to flavor dishes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Allium giganteum is a white or pinkish-purple star-shaped umbel with 6-9 tepals. The seeds are black and oblong, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Allium giganteum can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Allium giganteum
Allium giganteum can be found in the Caucasus region.
Allium giganteum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allium giganteum?
Allium giganteum
What is the common name of Allium giganteum?
Giant Onion
What is the natural habitat of Allium giganteum?
Allium giganteum is native to western Asia, from the Caucasus to western China.
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-295629: Based on the initial data import
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.