Allium ampeloprasum babbingtonii
Babbington's leek
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The Allium ampeloprasum babbingtonii plant species is found in Britain in S.W. England and the Channel Islands. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Babbington's leek. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. babbingtonii.

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Latin Name:  Allium ampeloprasum babbingtonii
Common Name:  Babbington's leek
Family:  Alliaceae
Author:  (Borrer.)Syme.
 
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:  1.8   Mature Width:  0.1
 
Habitat:  Rocky places near the coast[17].

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