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dusky onion
Scientific Name: Allium campanulatum
Family: Liliaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: WA (Sierra onion)
Dusky Onion (Allium campanulatum)
Allium campanulatum, commonly known as dusky onion or Sierra onion, is a flowering plant species of wild onion.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions that onions, in general, should not be fed to parrots. This suggests caution regarding potential toxicity to some animals.
- The text also mentions that hemolytic anemia has been observed in sheep fed wild onion, suggesting potential issues for livestock or other grazing animals.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Allium campanulatum S. Watson
- Common Names: Dusky onion, Sierra onion
- Family: Amaryllidaceae (Amaryllis family)
- Synonyms:
- Allium austinae M.E. Jones
- Allium bidwelliae S. Watson
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the western United States.
- Common in the mountains from California to British Columbia.
- Prefers dry conditions.
- Found in forest and woodland slopes.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- A perennial bulb.
- A forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass).
- Blooms June through August.
Additional Information
- Discover Life has a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification and distribution of Allium campanulatum.
- Dave's Garden provides tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.