Cupanii Wild Onion (Allium cupanii)

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

Allium cupanii is a BULB growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower in August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist 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. The bulb is up to 15mm in diameter. Leaves - raw or cooked. Flowers - raw. Used as a garnish on salads. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; The bulb is up to 15mm in diameter.; Leaves - raw or cooked.; Used as a garnish on salads.

Habitat & North American Range

Pinus nigra forest, amongst Quercus parygana, alpine and grey steppe rocky places on limestone, serpentine and schist, to 2200 metres in Turkey. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)