Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
jodanthum
ID:
757159

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vved.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Opred. Rast. Sred. Azii 2: 312 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756492

Common Names

  • Allium jodanthum
  • Jodanth Onion
  • Jodanth Garlic

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Description

Allium jodanthum (also called Jodan Onion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Turkey and is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes. It has a single stem and a cluster of star-shaped flowers that are usually white, pink, or purple in color.

Uses & Benefits

Allium jodanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as sore throats and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allium jodanthum is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, shiny, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium jodanthum is a fast-growing, bulbous perennial that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Allium jodanthum

Allium jodanthum is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in mountainous areas of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Turkey.

Allium jodanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium jodanthum?

Allium jodanthum

What is the common name of Allium jodanthum?

Jodan's onion

What is the natural habitat of Allium jodanthum?

Grows in dry meadows, grasslands, 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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