Status:
valid
Authors:
Ogan.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Fl. Rastitel'nost' Rast. Res. Arm. 12: 11 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757458
Common Names
- Struzlianum Onion
- Struzlianum Leek
- Struzlianum Garlic
Description
Allium struzlianum (also called Struzl'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 grassy meadows and rocky slopes. It has a bulbous base and narrow, linear leaves, and produces white or pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Allium struzlianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Allium struzlianum has star-shaped flowers with six petals and six stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and white.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allium struzlianum is a bulbous perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the bulbs. Plant the bulbs in the fall for blooms in the spring.
Where to Find Allium struzlianum
Allium struzlianum can be found in the Caucasus region of Eurasia, including Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Russia.
Allium struzlianum FAQ
What is the growth habit of Allium struzlianum?
Allium struzlianum is an upright, clump-forming perennial with linear, gray-green leaves.
What is the flower color of Allium struzlianum?
Allium struzlianum has white to pale pink flowers.
What is the blooming period of Allium struzlianum?
Allium struzlianum blooms from late spring to early summer.
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,