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.

Medicinal Information: The bulb is antibacterial, antiseptic, diaphoretic, diuretic, galactogogue, stomachic, vermifuge and vulnerary[176, 218]. It is used in the treatment of colds and abdominal coldness and fullness[176]. A tea made from the roots is a children's sedative[218]. Use of the bulb in the diet impedes internal parasites[218]. Externally, the bulb can be made into a poultice to drain pus from sores, boils and abcesses[254].

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