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Nodding Onion

Allium cernuum

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Illustration of Nodding Onion (Allium cernuum)

Nodding Onion is a perennial plant with clusters of pink to white flowers that nod gracefully. Its leaves and bulbs have a mild onion flavor, adding to its culinary appeal. This plant is drought-tolerant and easy to grow.

Habitat
It grows in rocky or open areas, often in well-drained soils.
Diet
Bees and butterflies are attracted to its nectar-rich flowers.
How common
Common

Best time to see a Nodding Onion

The best time to see a Nodding Onion is July–August, when about 86% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 8,039 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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