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Allium sphaerocephalum Round-headed leek (1 Page of 5) The Allium sphaerocephalum plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Round-headed leek. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Allium sphaerocephalum Common Name: Round-headed leek 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: Limestone rocks and fields in dry places[17, 90].
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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