Allium stellatum
Prairie onion
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The Allium stellatum plant species is found in N. America - Illinois and Minnesota to Missouri, Nebraska and Kansas. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Prairie onion.

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Latin Name:  Allium stellatum
Common Name:  Prairie onion
Family:  Alliaceae
Author:  Ker-Gawl.
 
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:  0.75   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Rocky prairies, slopes, shores and ridges[43].

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