Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
triquetrum
ID:
758285

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 300 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757618

Common Names

  • Allium triquetrum
  • Triquetrum Onion
  • Triquetrum Garlic

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Description

Allium triquetrum (also called three-cornered garlic, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllis family. It is native to Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It is a small perennial plant, with a bulbous base and slender, triangular leaves. The flowers are white, and are borne in umbels.

Uses & Benefits

Allium triquetrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring agent in cooking.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allium triquetrum has small, white flowers that are star-shaped with six petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium triquetrum can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring.

Where to Find Allium triquetrum

Allium triquetrum can be found in the Caucasus region of Eurasia.

Allium triquetrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium triquetrum?

Allium triquetrum

What type of plant is Allium triquetrum?

Allium triquetrum is a type of flowering plant.

Where is Allium triquetrum native to?

Allium triquetrum is native to Europe.

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,

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