Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
kunthianum
ID:
757212

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vved.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 4: 207 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756545

Common Names

  • Kunth's garlic
  • Kunth's onion
  • Kunth's wild garlic

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Description

Allium kunthianum (also called Kunth's Onion, among many other common names) is a species of onion native to Central Asia. 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 kunthianum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is a popular choice for flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allium kunthianum 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 kunthianum 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 kunthianum

Allium kunthianum can be found in Mexico.

Allium kunthianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium kunthianum?

Allium kunthianum

What is the family of Allium kunthianum?

Amaryllidaceae

What is the common name of Allium kunthianum?

Kunth's Onion

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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