Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
tschimganicum
ID:
758301

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Fedtsch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Key Pl. Envir. Tashkent : 65 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757634

Common Names

  • Allium tschimganicum
  • Tschimganicum Onion
  • Tschimganicum Garlic

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Description

Allium tschimganicum (also called 'Tschimgan Onion', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is a bulbous perennial, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Caucasus, from Georgia to Azerbaijan. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Allium tschimganicum has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and digestive issues. It is also used as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allium tschimganicum 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 tschimganicum can be propagated by seed or division. It should be planted in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring and summer. Divide the clumps every few years to keep them healthy.

Where to Find Allium tschimganicum

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

Allium tschimganicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium tschimganicum?

Allium tschimganicum

What is the common name of Allium tschimganicum?

Tschimgan garlic

What is the natural habitat of Allium tschimganicum?

Dry grasslands and steppes in Central Asia

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-296855: Based on the initial data import
Boris Fedtschenko (1872-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Fedtsch.' in the authors string.