Allium cernuum
Nodding onion
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The Allium cernuum plant species is found in N. America - Canada to Mexico. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Nodding onion.

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Latin Name:  Allium cernuum
Common Name:  Nodding onion
Family:  Alliaceae
Author:  Roth.
 
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:  0.45   Mature Width:  0.25
 
Habitat:  Ledges, gravels, rocky or wooded slopes and crests ascending to high altitudes[43].

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