Definition

1. Noun:
   • A species of wild onion: "Allium vineale" is the scientific name for a specific type of wild onion plant, known for its pungent smell and taste. It is native to parts of Europe and North Africa but has been introduced to other regions like North America.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The field was overrun with Allium vineale, making the soil smell strongly of onions.
  • Farmers consider Allium vineale a troublesome weed in grain crops.
  • The bulbs of Allium vineale can be used similarly to cultivated onions or garlic, though they are much smaller.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical or agricultural contexts: The term is used formally to identify this specific species within the genus . It is often discussed in terms of its invasive qualities or its impact on agriculture.
  • The study focused on the herbicidal control of Allium vineale in winter wheat.

Variants and Related Words

• Crow garlic: A common name for Allium vineale.
• Wild onion: A general term that can refer to Allium vineale and other uncultivated species.
• Field garlic: Another common name for this plant.

Synonyms

• Wild garlic (Note: This name can sometimes refer to other species like , so it is not a perfect synonym in all contexts).

Related Phrases

• As a modifier: The term can be used adjectivally to describe related concepts.
  • Allium vineale infestation (referring to a large, problematic growth of this plant).

Notes

• This is a scientific binomial name (genus and species). In non-scientific writing, it is often referred to by its common names (e.g., crow garlic). The name is always italicized in print.

Noun

1. pungent Old World wild onion