Allium strictum facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Allium strictum
Scientific classification
Genus:	Allium
Species:	strictum

Allium strictum is a type of wild onion found across Eurasia. This plant grows naturally from France all the way to Yakutia in Russia. It's a fascinating plant that adds beauty to stony areas.

What is Allium strictum?

Allium strictum is a plant that belongs to the Allium family, which includes common onions, garlic, and chives. It's often called a "wild onion" because it grows in nature without being planted by people.

What it Looks Like

This wild onion has some interesting features:

• Bulbs: It grows one or two small bulbs, each about 8 millimeters (which is less than half an inch) wide. These bulbs are like the base of the plant, similar to a small onion you might see.
• Stems: The main stem, called a scape, can grow quite tall, up to 80 centimeters (about 31 inches).
• Leaves: Its leaves are flat and narrow. They are usually shorter than the stem and are about 4 millimeters wide.
• Flowers: The flowers grow in a round cluster called an umbel. Many flowers are packed closely together in this ball-shaped group.
• Petals: The flower petals, also known as tepals, are a pretty rose-pink or reddish-purple color. They often have a darker purple line running down the middle.

Where it Grows

Allium strictum prefers to grow in specific places. You can often find it on stony slopes and cliffs. These are tough environments, but this wild onion is well-adapted to them. It thrives in rocky areas where other plants might struggle.