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Howell's onion
Scientific Name: Allium howellii var. howellii
Family: Liliaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Howell's Onion (Allium howellii)
Allium howellii, commonly known as Howell's onion, is a species of wild onion native to North America.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Allium howellii Eastw.
- Common Name: Howell's onion
- Family: Liliaceae (Lily Family)
- Genus: Allium
- Synonyms: The text mentions searching for synonyms, indicating their existence, but doesn't provide specific alternative names.
- Taxonomic Rank: Variety: Allium howellii Eastw. var. howellii
Distribution and Habitat
- Allium howellii is endemic to California.
- It grows in granite and serpentine soils.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is a perennial herb (bulb).
Quirky Facts
- While not about the onion itself, the text mentions "Howell's Bread" which is a delicious appetizer made with loaf bread topped with mayonnaise, roasted chili peppers, and gooey cheese. This shows that the name "Howell's" is associated with other culinary items.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers resources related to the ecology, identification, and distribution of Allium species.