Allium sinkiangense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sinkiangense
ID:
758041
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.T.Wang & Y.C.Tang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 14: 286 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757374
Common Names
- Sinkiangense Onion
- Sinkiangense Garlic
- Sinkiangense Leek
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Allium sinkiangense (also called Sinkiang onion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Xinjiang, China, and is found in grassy meadows and on rocky slopes. It has a bulbous base and narrow, linear leaves, and produces white or pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Allium sinkiangense is used as an ornamental plant and is also used as a food source in some parts of the world. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Allium sinkiangense is a star-shaped umbel of white or pale pink flowers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Allium sinkiangense is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by dividing the clumps in the spring or by sowing the seeds in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Allium sinkiangense
Allium sinkiangense is native to the Xinjiang region of China.
Allium sinkiangense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allium sinkiangense?
Allium sinkiangense
What is the common name of Allium sinkiangense?
Sinkiang Onion
What is the natural habitat of Allium sinkiangense?
Dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands
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-296614: Based on the initial data import
Yan Cheng Tang (1926-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.C.Tang' in the authors string.
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.