Status: Native
Synonyms:
Allium acuminatum var. cuspidatum Fern.
Allium acuminatum is most recognizable by the bright pink-purple flowers that have
inner tepals that are recurved at the tips. The stamens are shorter than the tepals. This
species is mostly known from the northwest part of New Mexico.
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Allium acuminatum, photo Radha Veach, Grant County, Gila National Forest near Mule Creek, April 21, 2026
Allium acuminatum, closeup of umbel, photo Radha Veach, Grant County, Gila National Forest near Mule Creek, April 21, 2026
Allium acuminatum, closeup of umbel, photo Radha Veach, Grant County, Gila National Forest near Mule Creek, April 21, 2026
Allium acuminatum, closeup of tepals, photo Radha Veach, Grant County, Gila National Forest near Mule Creek, April 21, 2026
Allium acuminatum, closeup of tepals, photo Radha Veach, Grant County, Gila National Forest near Mule Creek, April 21, 2026
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