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Ramp (Allium tricoccum)

Allium tricoccum, commonly known as ramps or wild leeks, are native to North America and prized for their pungent garlic-onion flavor and broad leaves.

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Sunlight

Prefers partial to full shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Rich, moist, well-drained soil with ample organic matter.

Temperature

Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Benefits from rich soil and occasional organic feeding.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers partial to full shade.

Protect from intense direct sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Soil

Rich, moist, well-drained soil with ample organic matter.

Temperature

Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Benefits from rich soil and occasional organic feeding.

Amend with compost annually.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Vegetable

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

15-30 cm

Spread

15-30 cm

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Aglitheis tricoccum (Aiton) Raf.
Allium triflorum Raf.
Ophioscorodon tricoccon (Aiton) Wallr.
Validallium tricoccum (Aiton) Small
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAmaryllidaceae
  • genusAllium
  • speciesAllium tricoccum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

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