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Onionweed

Asphodelus fistulosus

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (9 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Chile).

🇦🇺 Australia 🇦🇹 Austria 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇱 Chile 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇲🇽 Mexico 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇳🇿 New Zealand 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Asparagales)

Species

Asphodelus fistulosus (Onionweed)

Names in Other Languages

German Röhren-Affodill

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Onionweed?

The scientific name of Onionweed is Asphodelus fistulosus. It belongs to the genus Asphodelus.

Where does Onionweed live?

Onionweed is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (9 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Chile).. Countries include Australia, Austria, Belgium, Chile, Denmark, France, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway.

What family does Onionweed belong to?

Onionweed (Asphodelus fistulosus) belongs to the genus Asphodelus, which is part of the taxonomic family Asphodelaceae.

What kingdom does Onionweed belong to?

Onionweed (Asphodelus fistulosus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Onionweed?

The closest relatives of Onionweed in the genus Asphodelus include white asphodel.