Largeflower Wild Onion (Allium macropetalum)

Family: Alliaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Allium macropetalum is a BULB growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. 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 moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour and then eat it immediately or dry it for later use. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; They can be dried and stored for winter use.; The North American Indians would singe the bulb to reduce the strong flavour and then eat it immediately or dry it for later use.; Leaves - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Desert plains and hills at elevations of 300 to 2500 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)