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Conservation status
Scientific classification edit
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Order: Asparagales
Family: Amaryllidaceae
Subfamily: Allioideae
Genus: Allium
Species:
A. flavum
Binomial name
Allium flavum
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Allium flavum, also known as the small yellow onion or yellow-flowered garlic, is a type of flowering plant. It belongs to the Allium group, which includes onions, garlic, and chives.

This plant grows from a bulb and is a perennial herb. This means it lives for more than two years and has soft, green stems rather than woody ones. Allium flavum is found naturally around the Mediterranean, Black, and Caspian Seas. Its native range stretches from France and Morocco all the way to Iran and Kazakhstan.

What Does Allium flavum Look Like?

Allium flavum grows from a single underground bulb, similar to a small onion. It sends up a tall stem, called a scape, which can reach up to 40 centimeters (about 16 inches) in height.

At the top of this stem, you'll find a cluster of bright yellow, bell-shaped flowers. This flower cluster is called an umbel. The flowers have a pleasant smell. The name flavum comes from Latin and means "yellow," which perfectly describes its flower color.

When Does It Bloom?

This plant typically flowers between June and July. It is quite tough and can survive in many different climates. It is considered hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8. This means it can handle cold winter temperatures in these areas.

Awards and Recognition

In the United Kingdom, Allium flavum is a popular garden plant. It has even received the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit. This award means it is an excellent plant for gardens.

See also

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