Allium macropetalum
Largeflower wild onion
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The Allium macropetalum plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - Colorado, Utah, Arizona, Texas and New Mexico. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Largeflower wild onion. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. deserticola. (Jones)Woot. & Standl.

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Latin Name:  Allium macropetalum
Common Name:  Largeflower wild onion
Family:  Alliaceae
Author:  Rydb.
 
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:  0.25   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  300 to 2100 metres in Arizona.

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