Species PlantsNodding Onion

Nodding Onion

Allium cernuum

CommonPlant
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

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