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South Idaho onion
Scientific Name: Allium aaseae
Family: Liliaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Allium aaseae: The Southern Idaho Onion
Allium aaseae, commonly known as the Southern Idaho onion or Aase's onion, is a unique plant species with a restricted native range.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is part of the Allium genus (onions, garlic, etc.).
Common Names and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Allium aaseae Ownbey
- Common Names: Southern Idaho onion, Aase's onion
- This plant belongs to the Allium genus.
Distribution and Habitat
- Allium aaseae is endemic to southwestern Idaho.
- It has been reported in six counties: Elmore and Ada, among others.
Morphological Characteristics
- When in flower, the plant's height may reach 2 inches.
- Flowering stems are described as smooth, green, leafless, and white.
Quirky Facts
- In Tamarack, Idaho, there's reportedly a restriction against buying onions after dark without a special permit.
Further Information
- Discover Life has a page dedicated to the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Allium aaseae.