No images found for this plant ID: 1410.

Ensure images are uploaded to the Media Library and tagged with "1410" in the "plant_image_tag" taxonomy.

Safe for Children?

Safe for Dogs?

Safe for Cats?

Safe for Reptiles?

San Benito onion

Scientific Name: Allium howellii var. sanbenitense

Family: Liliaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Allium howellii var. sanbenitense - San Benito Onion

This page provides information about the San Benito onion, scientifically known as Allium howellii var. sanbenitense. It is a variety of Allium howellii.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Allium howellii var. sanbenitense (Traub) Ownbey & Aase
  • Common Name: San Benito onion
  • Taxonomic Status: Variety

Distribution and Habitat

The San Benito onion is associated with the central coast of California, particularly San Benito County.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Perennial herb (bulb)