Giant onion (Allium giganteum)
Giant onion, also known as Ornamental onion
The Allium giganteum, often referred to as giant onion or ornamental onion, belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family. This robust perennial is known for its impressive clusters of small purple flowers. As the largest species among ornamental onions, it emits an onion-like scent but is not cultivated for edible purposes.
Key Facts About Giant onion
Attributes of Giant onion
Lifespan
Perennial, Annual
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
50 cm to 60 cm
Spread
20 cm
Leaf Color
Green Gray Blue
Flower Size
15 cm to 20 cm
Flower Color
Purple Pink Violet
Scientific Classification of Giant onion
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Asparagus and allies
Family
Amaryllis
Genus
Onions
Species
Giant onion
Toxicity
calcium oxalate