Tapertip Onion

Allium acuminatum

Type: Perennial  ·  Family: Amaryllidaceae  ·  Native Region: Pacific Northwest

Growing Conditions

• Sun: Sun to Part Shade
• Water: Dry
• Bloom Time: May - July
• Mature Size: 1–1 ft tall, 1–1 ft wide

Attributes

• Attracts Pollinators
• Edible
• Portland Approved Plant List

Landscape Use

Mixed Shrub Border, Food Forest, Xeriscape

Ecological Notes

Ecological function: drought tolerant, attracts pollinators Source: Bloomsday Natives availability list (Dec 2025) Early Spring 26

Learn More

USDA Plants Profile  ·  GBIF Species Data