One-leaf Onion (Allium Unifolium) is a perennial bulb in the Amaryllidaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Allium unifolium is a bulbous perennial native to the coastal mountain ranges of California and Oregon, admired for its umbrella-shaped clusters of pink to lilac flowers.

One-leaf Onion

One-leaf Onion

Allium Unifolium

Allium unifolium is a bulbous perennial native to the coastal mountain ranges of California and Oregon, admired for its umbrella-shaped clusters of pink to lilac flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, groundcover, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for One-leaf Onion

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Amaryllidaceae
Genus:Allium