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Round-headed Leek

Allium sphaerocephalon

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Asparagales ›Family: Amaryllidaceae ›Genus: Allium

About

Allium sphaerocephalon is a plant species in the Amaryllis family known as round-headed leek and also round-headed garlic, ball-head onion, and other variations on these names. Other names include Drumsticks, and in Germany, Kugellauch. Some publications use the alternate spelling A. sphaerocephalum. It is a hardy perennial plant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Round-headed Leek?
The scientific name of Round-headed Leek is Allium sphaerocephalon.
What is the conservation status of Round-headed Leek?
The Round-headed Leek has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Round-headed Leek belong to?
Round-headed Leek belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Round-headed Leek belong to?
Round-headed Leek belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Round-headed Leek belong to?
Round-headed Leek belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does Round-headed Leek belong to?
Round-headed Leek belongs to the order Asparagales.
What family does Round-headed Leek belong to?
Round-headed Leek belongs to the family Amaryllidaceae.
What genus does Round-headed Leek belong to?
Round-headed Leek belongs to the genus Allium.