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Geophyte discussions => Mystery Bulbs => Topic started by: jindarose on March 18, 2023, 05:37:35 PM

Title: Is this Allium of some kind?
Post by: jindarose on March 18, 2023, 05:37:35 PM
The bulb itself is a single pretty hard &  solid (like jicama), has a thin white covering, no layering.  It sent out roots and sprouted readily over water, but I don't recognize the early leaves.  Not sure if or where to plant it until I know more. 

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Title: Re: Is this Allium of some kind?
Post by: Arnold on March 18, 2023, 05:53:33 PM
It looks like a Hyacinth.  If the folige when bruised smells like onions it may be an Allium.
Title: Re: Is this Allium of some kind?
Post by: CG100 on March 19, 2023, 01:44:00 AM
Buds look far too big for hyacinth. Hyacinth bulbs are also generally nearer spherical and seldom completely without colour entirely.
Allium seems unlikely but possible, although quite a few closely realted bulbs (Tulbaghia for instance, which this isn't), smell of onions/garlic.

I am not familiar with the plants except in photo's, but maybe chincherinchee?
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