Allium karataviense - ornamental onion is grown for its flowers and foliage. It is native to Asia and is found in forests and natural areas. In May-June a 10-12 inch tall stem grows from each pair of leaves with a 3-6 inch cluster of mildly fragrant light pink star-shaped flowers. The basal leaves are up to 9 inches long and 3 inches wide in pairs and often are mottled with purple. The leaves and bulbs have an onion aroma when bruised.
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