Mouse Garlic

(Allium angulosum)

Mouse Garlic (Allium angulosum)

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Summary

Allium angulosum, commonly known as Mouse Garlic, is a perennial herbaceous bulb native to damp meadows, riverbanks, and grasslands of Europe and Asia. It typically grows up to 50 cm tall, with narrow, elongated bulbs approximately 5 mm in diameter. The plant is characterized by its hemispherical umbel of small, showy pink flowers on long pedicels that bloom in the summer months. The foliage is grass-like and remains green throughout the growing season, adding to its ornamental value.

Mouse Garlic is valued for its attractive flowers and its dual use as an ornamental and culinary herb. It is suitable for border plantings, rock gardens, and as a component of herb gardens. The bulbs and leaves can be used in cooking, imparting a mild garlic flavor to dishes, and are also consumed raw in salads. While generally easy to maintain, it is important to note that Allium angulosum should not be consumed in large quantities due to potential toxicity. It thrives in full sun but can tolerate part shade and prefers well-drained soils with consistent moisture.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Bulb
  • Height: 1-2 feet
  • Width: 0.5-1 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: Pink, Purple
  • Flowering Season: Summer
  • Leaf Retention: Semi-deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun
  • Water: Medium
  • Drainage: Slow, Medium, Fast

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Fragrant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant, Rock Garden, Salt Tolerant, Showy Flowers

Natural Habitat

Damp meadows, riverbanks, and grasslands of Europe and Asia

Other Names

Common Names: Kantiger Lauch, Särmälaukka, Prydløk, Prydlauk, Rysslök

Scientific Names: , Allium angulosum, Allium danubiale, Allium angulosum var. pratense, Allium angulatum, Allium angulosum var. petraeum, Allium angulosum var. majus, Allium acutangulum subsp. pratense, Allium acutangulum var. fallax, Allium acutangulum var. senescens

GBIF Accepted Name: Allium angulosum L.