[Wikipedia] Range, Habitat: Allium monticola is an uncommon species of wild onion known by the common name San Bernardino Mountain onion. It is endemic to southern California, where it is found in the Transverse Ranges and the northernmost section of the Peninsular Ranges. It has been reported from San Bernardino, Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties.[4][5][6] Allium monticola generally grows in rocky areas at elevations 1400 - 3200 m. (link added by Mary Ann Machi)