Naples garlic (Allium neapolitanum)
Allium neapolitanum, or White Garlic, is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. It produces clusters of white flowers in spring and prefers full sun and well-drain
Above information is sourced from Wikipedia
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate to low
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil.
Temperature
Cool to mild
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade
Prefers full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade.
Moderate to low
Water regularly during growth, keep dry during dormancy.
Well-drained, fertile soil.
Cool to mild
Prefers 10-20°C during active growth, hardy to -15°C.
Outdoor
Low
Fertilize lightly in early spring as growth begins.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
20-40 cm
Spread
10-20 cm
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear
Flower Size
5-10 cm (umbel diameter)
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyAmaryllidaceae
- genusAllium
- speciesAllium neapolitanum
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 8/5
Edible
Yes
All parts of Allium neapolitanum are toxic to pets, causing gastrointestinal upset and red blood cell damage. While the bulbs are technically edible for humans, it is not a commonly consumed food plant.