Mouse Garlic (Allium angulosum)

Family: Alliaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Allium angulosum is an evergreen Bulb growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Bulb - raw or cooked. It can be preserved for winter use by salting. The small bulbs are slender and elongated and about 5mm wide. Leaves - raw or cooked. There is a slight bitterness in the flavour. Flowers - raw. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; It can be preserved for winter use by salting.; The small bulbs are slender and elongated and about 5mm wide.; Leaves - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Damp meadows near rivers. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)