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Douglas' onion
Scientific Name: Allium douglasii
Family: Liliaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Allium douglasii: Douglas Onion
Allium douglasii, commonly known as the Douglas onion, is a charming wildflower native to specific regions of the Pacific Northwest.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions that Allium douglasii is a particularly strong-smelling plant, which might be worth noting for pets sensitive to strong scents.
Considerations for Children
- The text mentions that Allium douglasii is a particularly strong-smelling plant, which might be worth noting for children sensitive to strong scents.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Allium douglasii
- Common Name: Douglas Onion
- Family: Alliaceae (Onion Family)
- Synonyms: A. hendersonii, A. nevii
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to northeastern Oregon, eastern Washington, and northern Idaho.
- It thrives in shallow soils.
Morphological Characteristics
- An attractive wildflower with 2 basal leaves.
- Features a single leafless scape.
- The scape supports a cluster of flowers at its tip.
- The stem is usually held erect or upright.
- Leaves are shorter than the flower stem.
Quirky Facts
- The Douglas onion is described as a highly variable species with at least a few varieties identified.