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Allium moly

Scientific Name: Allium moly

Family: Liliaceae

Category: Monocot

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Allium moly: Golden Garlic

Allium moly, commonly known as golden garlic or lily leek, is a charming ornamental onion prized for its bright yellow flowers. It's a popular choice for adding a sunny touch to gardens and mixed displays.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions that Allium moly has "poison characteristics."

Considerations for Children

  • The text mentions that Allium moly has "poison characteristics."

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Allium moly
  • Common Names: Golden Garlic, Lily Leek, Ornamental Onion
  • Family: Amaryllidaceae (though the text also mentions Alliaceae)
  • Synonym: Allium luteum
  • Cultivar: 'Jeannine'

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to southern and northern France and central, eastern, and southern Spain.
  • The distribution is described as widespread but fragmented.
  • Adapted to hot, sunny sites.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • A bulbous perennial growing to approximately 0.3 meters (1 foot) in height and 0.1 meters (4 inches) in width.
  • Fast-growing.
  • Features grey-green, strap-shaped leaves.
  • Produces dense clusters (umbels) of star-shaped, golden yellow flowers.
  • Each stem can carry up to 40 flowers.
  • Flowers are approximately 1/2 inch in diameter (star-shaped florets).
  • May produce one or two stems per bulb, especially in the 'Jeannine' cultivar.

Ecological Role

  • The text notes that this plant is popular with bees.

Cultivation

  • Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil.
  • Hardy to zone 7 (UK).
  • Plant bulbs approximately 3 inches (7 cm) deep, with a spacing of 8 cm.
  • Suitable for borders, containers, and rockeries.
  • Can be used as a filler plant.
  • Flowers typically appear from May to June.
  • Good for use as a cut flower. Naturalizes and increases in favorable conditions.

Quirky Facts

  • The text mentions an "Allium Moly Mural by Anonymous" dating back to 17th century Germany.

Further Information

  • The RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) is mentioned as a source of information, specifically regarding the 'Jeannine' cultivar.