Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hemisphaericum
ID:
757058

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sommier) Brullo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Boll. Accad. Gioenia Sci. Nat. Catania 21: 131 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756391

Common Names

  • Allium Hemisphaericum
  • Hemisphaericum Onion
  • Hemisphaericum Garlic

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Description

Allium hemisphaericum (also called Hemispherical 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 hemisphaericum 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 hemisphaericum 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 hemisphaericum is a hardy perennial that grows best in 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 hemisphaericum

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

Allium hemisphaericum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium hemisphaericum?

Allium hemisphaericum

What is the common name of Allium hemisphaericum?

Hemisphaeric Onion

What is the natural habitat of Allium hemisphaericum?

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

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-295700: Based on the initial data import
Salvatore Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.
Stefano Sommier (1848-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sommier' in the authors string.