small yellow onion
Allium flavum subsp. flavum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Small yellow onion, scientifically known as Allium flavum subsp. flavum, is a resilient perennial herb native to rocky, sun-drenched habitats. Renowned for its vibrant golden blooms and pungent aroma, this species is valued in traditional herbalism for its antimicrobial properties and its ability to support overall digestive health.
- Family
- Amaryllidaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Flower
- Common names
- Small Yellow Onion · Yellow Onion
- Scientific synonyms
- Allium Flavum Var. Adriaticum · Allium Flavum Subsp. Valdensium · 9 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- small yellow onion
- yellow onion
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Allium flavum subsp. flavumSynonyms
- Allium flavum var. adriaticum
- Allium flavum subsp. valdensium
- Allium pulchellum var. pallens
- Allium pulchellum var. valdensium
- Codonoprasum pallens
- Codonoprasum flexum
- Allium nitschmannii
- Allium valdense
- Allium valdensium
- Allium flavum subsp. adriaticum
- Allium flavum f. bulbilliferum
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- gelber Lauch
French:
- ail jaune
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Asparagales and is a member of the family Amaryllidaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Allium as the subspecies Allium flavum subsp. flavum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Allium |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across various regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, it can be found growing within the borders of Austria and Germany. Its presence extends further into the eastern reaches of Middle Europe, specifically covering the areas of Czechia and Slovakia. Additionally, the species is documented throughout Hungary, representing a significant portion of its central range. Finally, its distribution reaches into Southwestern Europe, where it is located in France.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Allium flavum subsp. flavum has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include flower.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flower | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flower
- Turkish journal of pharmaceutical sciences
Activities
Allium flavum subsp. flavum has 2 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Cytotoxic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antimicrobial
- Turkish journal of pharmaceutical sciences
Cytotoxic
- Turkish journal of pharmaceutical sciences