Allium triquetrum aka Three Cornered Leek

Taxonomy

Common names

Three Cornered Leek, Triquetrous Garlic, Triquetrous Leek

How to care for Three Cornered Leek

Water

Three Cornered Leek should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Three Cornered Leek 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.

Toxicity

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

Humidity

No extra humidity is necessary for the Three Cornered Leek. Absorption of water by plants is primarily done through their roots, and soil watering is the most effective method to provide humidity to your plants.

Fertilizer

Repotting the Three Cornered Leek should be done either when it has doubled in size or on a yearly basis, whichever occurs sooner. Fresh potting soil with all the required nutrients, refreshed annually, will provide the plant with all the necessary sustenance, making the use of fertilizer unnecessary. Keep in mind that plants receive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

Region of origin

Three Cornered Leek’s native range is the Northern Hemisphere, South America, and Africa.


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