Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gypsodictyum
ID:
757041

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vved.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Fl. Uzbekistan. 1: 543 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756374

Common Names

  • Allium Gypsodictyum
  • Gypsodictyum Onion
  • Gypsodictyum Garlic

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Description

Allium gypsodictyum (also called Gypsum-leaved Onion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllis family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sandy soils, often in meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Allium gypsodictyum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allium gypsodictyum has small, star-shaped, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and slender with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium gypsodictyum is a hardy perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in early spring and the plants should be spaced about 12 inches apart.

Where to Find Allium gypsodictyum

Allium gypsodictyum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in Greece, Turkey, and Italy.

Allium gypsodictyum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium gypsodictyum?

Allium gypsodictyum

What is the common name of Allium gypsodictyum?

Gypsum-leaved onion

What is the natural habitat of Allium gypsodictyum?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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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