Allium virgunculae explained

Allium virgunculae is a species of onion native to warm areas of Kyushu, Japan.^[1] Available from commercial suppliers, it is a late blooming ornamental onion, reaching about 25cm, and considered to be a good plant to attract pollinators.^[2]

Varieties

The following varieties are currently accepted:^[1]

• Allium virgunculae var. koshikiense M.Hotta & Hir.Takah.bis
• Allium virgunculae var. virgunculae
• Allium virgunculae var. yakushimense M.Hotta

Notes and References

1. Web site: Allium virgunculae F.Maek. & Kitam. . . 2017 . Plants of the World Online . Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew . 15 September 2020 .
2. Web site: Allium virgunculae . rhs.org.uk . The Royal Horticultural Society . 15 September 2020 .