Allium geyeri Geyer's onion (Alliaceae)

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Allium geyeri
Geyer's onion
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The Allium geyeri plant species is found in Western N. America - Washington, Texas, Oregon, New Mexico, Nevada. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Geyer's onion.

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Latin Name:  Allium geyeri
Common Name:  Geyer's onion
Family:  Alliaceae
Author:  Wats.

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:

Habitat:  Low meadows and by streams in the Rocky Mountains[85].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a sunny position in a light well-drained soil[1]. Plants are not hardy in the colder weter conditions of N.W. Britain and are probably best grown in a bulb frame in most parts of the country[203]. The sub-species A. geyeri tenerum forms bulbils in its flowering head[203]. The bulbs should be planted fairly deeply[1]. Most members of this genus are intolerant of competition from other growing plants[203]. Grows well with most plants, especially roses, carrots, beet and chamomile, but it inhibits the growth of legumes[18, 20, 54]. This plant is a bad companion for alfalfa, each species negatively affecting the other[201]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer[233].

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