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Family name : Liliaceae Scientific name : Allium stellatum Common name : Pink wild onion Native American name : Dakota: ''Psin'' Allium stellatum is a(n) perennial herb, which grows 20 to 60 cm in height. This species is commonly found growing in prairies and on hillsides throughout the Great Plains. The leaves are basal, hollow, and lanceolate. Allium stellatum has pink to deep pink flowers that bloom from July to September. Click here for more information about the life cycle of Allium stellatum. Horticulture Notes     Glossary Seed Collection : Collect seed in late August or September  Germination : Scarify or fall sow for spring germination  Vegetative Propagation : Seed  Soils : Medium  Light : Full sun  Water : Adequate  Notes : Seed will be black in color when mature and have an onionlike odor.

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