Allium scorodoprasum Rocambole (Alliaceae)

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Allium scorodoprasum
Rocambole
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The Allium scorodoprasum plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Rocambole.

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Latin Name:  Allium scorodoprasum
Common Name:  Rocambole
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 very 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:  0.1

Habitat:  Grassland and scrub on dry soils[17].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a sunny position in a light well-drained soil[1]. Thrives in poor dry soils[238]. The bulbs should be planted fairly deeply[1]. Many forms of this species produce numerous bulbils in the flowering head[203]. The plants can become very invasive by means of these bulbils[203]. The sub-species A. schoenoprasum jajlae and A. schoenoprasum rotundum do not produce bulbils[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]. Occasionally cultivated, especially in Russia, for its edible bulb[183]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer[233].

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