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Allium scorzonerifolium
Scientific classification edit
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Order: Asparagales
Family: Amaryllidaceae
Subfamily: Allioideae
Genus: Allium
Species:
A. scorzonerifolium
Binomial name
Allium scorzonerifolium
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Synonyms
  • Allium stramineum Boiss. & Reut.
  • Allium moly var. xericiense Pérez Lara
  • Allium scorzonerifolium var. xericiense (Pérez Lara) R.Fern.

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Allium scorzonerifolium is a type of wild onion plant. It is known for its pretty yellow flowers. This plant grows naturally in parts of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

About Allium scorzonerifolium

Allium scorzonerifolium belongs to the large Allium family. This family includes many well-known plants. Onions, garlic, chives, and leeks are all part of this group. These plants are often used in cooking around the world.

What Does It Look Like?

This wild onion has bright yellow flowers. They usually bloom in clusters. The plant itself is quite small. It grows from a bulb, just like a regular onion. Its leaves are long and thin. They look a bit like grass.

Where Does It Grow?

Allium scorzonerifolium prefers sunny, dry places. It is often found in rocky areas or on hillsides. These plants are very tough. They can grow in poor soil conditions. This makes them well-suited to the Mediterranean climate. This climate has hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.

Its Natural Home

The plant is native to the Iberian Peninsula. This area includes Spain and Portugal. It also grows across the Strait of Gibraltar in Morocco. This shows how plants can spread across different continents. They often follow similar climate zones.

Is It Used by People?

Like many wild onions, Allium scorzonerifolium is not widely cultivated. This means it is not grown on farms. Some wild Allium species are gathered for food. They can add a mild onion or garlic flavor to dishes. However, it is important to know which plants are safe to eat. Always be careful when identifying wild plants.

See also

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