Status:
valid
Authors:
Akhavan, Saeidi & R.M.Fritsch
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 170: 214 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340082
Common Names
- Allium Kuhrangense
- Kuhrang Allium
- Kuhrang Onion
Description
Allium kuhrangense (also called Allium kuhrangense, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South China and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves with a serrated margin and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Allium kuhrangense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Allium kuhrangense are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allium kuhrangense is an evergreen perennial that can grow up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Allium kuhrangense
Allium kuhrangense can be found in Iran.
Allium kuhrangense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allium kuhrangense?
Allium kuhrangense
What is the common name of Allium kuhrangense?
Kuhrang Onion
What type of plant is Allium kuhrangense?
It is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family.
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
Shahryar Saeidi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saeidi' in the authors string.
Azadeh Akhavan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Akhavan' in the authors string.