Status:
valid
Authors:
Brullo, Pavone & Salmeri
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Fl. Medit. 25(Special Issue): 230 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345778
Description
Allium tzanoudakisanum (also called Tzanoudakis Onion, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant with narrow, linear leaves and umbels of small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Allium tzanoudakisanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Allium tzanoudakisanum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allium tzanoudakisanum is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by division of the bulbs in spring or fall. The bulbs should be planted about 4 inches deep and spaced about 4 inches apart. It is best to water the plants regularly and fertilize them in the spring.
Where to Find Allium tzanoudakisanum
Allium tzanoudakisanum can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Allium tzanoudakisanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allium tzanoudakisanum?
Allium tzanoudakisanum
What type of plant is Allium tzanoudakisanum?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae
Where is Allium tzanoudakisanum native to?
Allium tzanoudakisanum is native to the Mediterranean region
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,