Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
kermesinum
ID:
757185

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Icon. Fl. Germ. Helv. 10: 25 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756518

Common Names

  • Allium kermesinum
  • Kermesin Onion
  • Kermesin Garlic

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Description

Allium kermesinum (also called Kermes Onion, among many other common names) is a species of onion native to Iran. It has a bulbous base and can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Allium kermesinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a culinary herb. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties which can help to reduce the risk of certain diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allium kermesinum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium kermesinum is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation can be done by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 10 cm apart.

Where to Find Allium kermesinum

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

Allium kermesinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium kermesinum?

Allium kermesinum

What is the common name of Allium kermesinum?

Kermes Onion

What is the natural habitat of Allium kermesinum?

Mountainous regions of Central and Eastern Europe

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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