Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hedgei
ID:
757052

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wendelbo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob. 28: 20 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756385

Common Names

  • Allium Hedgei
  • Hedge's Onion
  • Hedge's Garlic

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Description

Allium hedgei (also called Hedge's 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 hedgei 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

Flowers of Allium hedgei 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 hedgei 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 hedgei

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

Allium hedgei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium hedgei?

Allium hedgei

What is the common name of Allium hedgei?

Hedge's Onion

What is the natural habitat of Allium hedgei?

Allium hedgei is native to western North America, from California to British Columbia.

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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