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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].



General Uses:  The juice of the plant is used as a moth repellent. The whole plant is said to repel insects and moles[20].

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