Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
goekyigitii
ID:
756995

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ekim, H.Duman & Güner

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Karaca Arbor. Mag. 5: 27 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756328

Common Names

  • Allium Goekyigitii
  • Goekyigit's Onion
  • Goekyigit's Garlic

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Description

Allium goekyigitii (also called Goekyigit's 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 rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Allium goekyigitii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its leaves and flowers are edible and can be used to flavor dishes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flowers of Allium goekyigitii are white, and are borne in a dense, globular umbel. The seeds are black, and the seedlings are slender and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium goekyigitii is a bulbous perennial plant native to Turkey. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or by division of the bulbs. The bulbs should be planted in the fall, about 4-6 inches deep and 4-6 inches apart. The plants will bloom in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Allium goekyigitii

Allium goekyigitii can be found in the Caucasus region.

Allium goekyigitii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium goekyigitii?

Allium goekyigitii

What is the common name of Allium goekyigitii?

Goekyigit's Onion

What is the natural habitat of Allium goekyigitii?

Allium goekyigitii is native to western Asia, from Turkey to Iran.

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-295643: Based on the initial data import
Hayri Duman (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Duman' in the authors string.
Adil Güner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Güner' in the authors string.
Tuna Ekim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekim' in the authors string.