Allium fistulosum Welsh onion (Alliaceae)

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Allium fistulosum
Welsh onion
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The Allium fistulosum plant species is found in E. Asia? The original habitat is obscure. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Welsh onion.

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Latin Name:  Allium fistulosum
Common Name:  Welsh onion
Family:  Alliaceae
Author:  L.

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:  0.6   Mature Width:  0.2

Habitat:  Not known in the wild.

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow spring in a greenhouse. The seed germinates over a wide range of temperatures, it is faster at higher temperatures[206]. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. When well-grown, the plants should be ready to be planted out in the summer. If they are not large enough at this time, grow them on in the greenhouse for their first winter and plant them out in late spring. Division of the plants is very easy and can be done at almost any time of the year though the spring is probably best. The divisions can be planted out straight into their permanent positions if required.

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