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Cuddy Mountain onion

Scientific Name: Allium fibrillum

Family: Liliaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Allium fibrillum (Cuddy Mountain Onion)

Allium fibrillum, commonly known as Cuddy Mountain onion or Blue Mountain onion, is a species of wild onion native to North America. It belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Allium fibrillum M.E. Jones
  • Common Names: Cuddy Mountain onion, Blue Mountain onion, Fringed Onion, Jone's Onion
  • Family: Amaryllidaceae
  • Synonyms: None explicitly stated

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to North America.
  • Specifically found in the Cuddy Mountain area and Boise National Forest, including the Trinity Mountain area and upper Hornet Creek drainage.
  • Appalachian Mountains in Southeastern US

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Stems and leaves reproduce quickly in the spring.

Cultivation

  • Can be grown in a cold greenhouse or indoors, as it is frost-sensitive.

Quirky Facts

  • The plant is associated with Cuddy Mountain in Idaho's Washington County, which is a popular destination for hiking.

Further Information

  • Discover Life: Provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Allium fibrillum.
  • Dave's Garden: Offers tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.