Status:
valid
Authors:
Koçyigit & Özhatay
Source:
ipni
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Phytol. Balcan. 16: 356 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333123
Common Names
- Allium rumelicum
- Rumelian Onion
- Rumelicum Onion
Description
Allium rumelicum (also called 'Rumelian Garlic', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Turkey, and is found in temperate grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Allium rumelicum is used as a culinary herb and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Allium rumelicum has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have alternate leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allium rumelicum is a bulb native to Turkey. It prefers a warm, sunny climate and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by division of the bulbs or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, sunny environment.
Where to Find Allium rumelicum
Allium rumelicum can be found in Turkey, Bulgaria, and Greece.
Allium rumelicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allium rumelicum?
Allium rumelicum
What type of plant is Allium rumelicum?
It is a bulbous perennial
Where is Allium rumelicum found?
It is found in Turkey and Bulgaria
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,