Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rhodiacum
ID:
757814

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brullo, Pavone & Salmeri

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 22: 89 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757147

Common Names

  • Rhodiacum Onion
  • Rhodian Onion
  • Rhodian Wild Onion

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Description

Allium rhodiacum (also called 'Rhodian Onion', among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant with a height of up to 40 cm. It is native to Central Asia and grows in meadows, steppes and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Allium rhodiacum is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllis family. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. The flowers are edible and can be used to make tea. The bulbs and leaves can also be eaten, either raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allium rhodiacum has white, star-shaped flowers with six petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium rhodiacum is a hardy perennial that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. It is best propagated by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division should be carried out in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Allium rhodiacum

Allium rhodiacum can be found in Greece, Bulgaria, and Turkey.

Allium rhodiacum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium rhodiacum?

Allium rhodiacum

What is the common name of Allium rhodiacum?

Rhodian Onion

What is the family of Allium rhodiacum?

Amaryllidaceae

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-296402: Based on the initial data import
Salvatore Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.
Cristina Salmeri (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salmeri' in the authors string.
Pietro Pavone (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pavone' in the authors string.