Allium carinatum aka Keeled Garlic
Taxonomy ID: 10321
Common names
Keeled Garlic, Witch's GarlicMore information about Keeled Garlic
What is the region of origin of Keeled Garlic
Keeled Garlic’s native range is the Northern Hemisphere, South America, and Africa.
What are the water needs for Keeled Garlic
Keeled Garlic should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
What is the right soil for Keeled Garlic
Keeled Garlic loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.
What is the sunlight requirement for Keeled Garlic
To ensure optimal growth, the Keeled Garlic prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.
What's the right humidity for Keeled Garlic
The Keeled Garlic is not in need of supplementary humidity. Most water is taken in by plants through their roots, thus soil watering is the most efficient way to provide humidity to your plants.
How to fertilize Keeled Garlic
The Keeled Garlic should be repotted either when it doubles in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing new potting soil with all the vital nutrients annually is enough to support the growth of the plant, and thus, there is no need for fertilizer. Remember that plants derive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.
Is Keeled Garlic toxic to humans/pets?
Ploi's records do not contain confirmed information on the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event of accidental ingestion of plant material with questionable toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is always a good idea to consult a healthcare professional.
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