Allium tricoccum


Scientific Name:Allium tricoccum
Synonym:
Family:Alliaceae
Common Name:Wild Leek
Authority: Linnaeus
Etymology:
C Value:7
Wetness:FACU+
# of Species in  
Genus in Illinois:
13
Duration:Perennial
Reproduction:Monoecious
Flower Type:Perfect
Flower Shape:Actinomorphic (radially symmetrical)
Flower # of Parts:6
Flower Color:Green, Yellow
Growth Habit:Forb
Leaf Arrangement:Basal
Leaf Type:Simple
Leaf Shape:Obovate (widest above middle)
Leaf Shape Term:
Leaf Margin:Entire
Leaf Toothing:Entire
Stem Surface:Glabrous (smooth)
Trunk/Bark:N/A
Armature:None
Twig Characteristics:
Habitat:Forest, Savanna
Distribution:BONAP Distribution Map
Status (State):Not Listed
Status (Federal):Not Listed
ID Tips:This species is similar to Allium burdickii, but this one has wider leaves and red petioles.
Gee Whiz:Also known as ramps, this is an edible plant, but it should never been removed from the wild in Illinois because populations are scattered and rare.
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More Info:Illinois Wildflowers Search