Status:
valid
Authors:
F.O.Khass. & Tojibaev
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Linzer Biol. Beitr. 41: 1059 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916941
Common Names
- Allium Michaelis
- Michaelis Allium
- Michaelis Onion
Description
Allium michaelis (also called Michael's Onion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is a bulbous perennial with linear leaves and umbels of white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Allium michaelis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and joint pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Allium michaelis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are black and round, and the seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allium michaelis is a bulbous perennial native to Italy. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Allium michaelis
Allium michaelis is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found growing in the wild in its native habitat.
Allium michaelis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allium michaelis?
Allium michaelis
What is the common name of Allium michaelis?
Michael's Onion
What is the natural habitat of Allium michaelis?
Grasslands and meadows
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,