Allium altaicum (Allium altaicum)
Allium altaicum is a perennial herb from Central Asia, valued for its edible bulbs and decorative purple-pink flower scapes.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth and flowering.
Watering
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in dormancy.
Soil
Well-draining soil. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Temperature
Thrives in moderate temperatures between 15-25 °C during the growing season. Tolerates cooler temperatures and light frost.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize lightly in spring with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilization, which can affect bulb quality.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth and flowering.
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in dormancy.
Well-draining soil. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Thrives in moderate temperatures between 15-25 °C during the growing season. Tolerates cooler temperatures and light frost.
Outdoor
Fertilize lightly in spring with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilization, which can affect bulb quality.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-1.5 m
Spread
0.2-0.4 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear
Flower Size
2-3 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyAmaryllidaceae
- genusAllium
- speciesAllium altaicum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes