Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
zaprjagajevii
ID:
758450

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kassacz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Dokl. Akad. Nauk Tadzhiksk. S.S.R. 16(8): 76 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757783

Common Names

  • Zaprjagajev's Onion
  • Zaprjagajev's Garlic
  • Zaprjagajev's Leek

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Description

Allium zaprjagajevii (also called Zaprjagajev's Onion, among many other common names) is an ornamental bulbous perennial plant native to Central Asia. It has a basal rosette of narrow, linear, grey-green leaves and in summer bears a tall stem with a dense umbel of star-shaped, pink-purple flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Allium zaprjagajevii is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive purple flowers. It is also used as a culinary herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allium zaprjagajevii has small, white flowers that form a globe-shaped umbel. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allium zaprjagajevii 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 zaprjagajevii

Allium zaprjagajevii is native to the Caucasus region of Russia and Georgia.

Allium zaprjagajevii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allium zaprjagajevii?

Allium zaprjagajevii

What is the family of Allium zaprjagajevii?

Amaryllidaceae

What is the common name of Allium zaprjagajevii?

Zaprjagajev's Onion

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-296994: Based on the initial data import
A.E. Kassacz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kassacz' in the authors string.