Allium acuminatum
Hooker's onion
(1 Page of 5)
 
The Allium acuminatum plant species is found in Western N. America - Washington to N. California. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Hooker's onion.

Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses
 
Latin Name:  Allium acuminatum
Common Name:  Hooker's onion
Family:  Alliaceae
Author:  Hook.
 
Known Hazards:  Although no individual reports regarding this species have been seen, there have been cases of poisoning caused by the consumption, in large quantities and by some mammals, of certain members of this genus. Dogs seem to be particularly susceptible[76].
 
Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.08
 
Habitat:  Amongst dry sunny rocks on hills and plains[60, 203].

For further Allium acuminatum gardening information
click on one of the blue links below
 
Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses
 

The information above has been supplied solely via the hard work and dedication of the team at 'Plants for a Future'.
View their bibliography