Allium polyanthum (Allium polyanthum)
Wild Garlic (Allium polyanthum) is a perennial bulbous herb native to the Mediterranean, known for its edible leaves and flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season. Reduce watering when dormant.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers loamy or sandy loam.
Temperature
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor
Fertilizer
Feed during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for best growth.
Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season. Reduce watering when dormant.
Water regularly, allowing top inch to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers loamy or sandy loam.
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C. Tolerates cooler temperatures.
Outdoor, Indoor
Feed during the growing season.
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-1 m
Spread
0.1-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyAmaryllidaceae
- genusAllium
- speciesAllium polyanthum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
All parts of Allium polyanthum are generally considered non-toxic to humans and pets. However, consumption of large quantities may cause digestive upset.