Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
robustum
ID:
757825

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kar. & Kir.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 14: 853 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757158

Common Names

  • Robustum Onion
  • Robust Onion
  • Strong Onion

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Description

Allium robustum (also called 'Robust 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 robustum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has a mild onion-like flavor and is a good source of vitamins and minerals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allium robustum has white, star-shaped flowers with six petals, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium robustum 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 robustum

Allium robustum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey and in the Caucasus.

Allium robustum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium robustum?

Allium robustum

What is the common name of Allium robustum?

Robust garlic

What is the natural habitat of Allium robustum?

Grassy slopes and meadows in the Mediterranean region

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-296413: Based on the initial data import
Grigori Karelin (1801-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kar.' in the authors string.
Ivan Petrovich Kirilov (1821-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kir.' in the authors string.