Orientale Wild Onion (Allium orientale)

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

Allium orientale is a BULB growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. 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

Bulb - raw or cooked. The bulbs are up to 15mm in diameter. Leaves - raw or cooked. Flowers - raw. Used as a garnish on salads. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; The bulbs are up to 15mm in diameter.; Leaves - raw or cooked.; Used as a garnish on salads.

Habitat & North American Range

Limestone hills and slopes, rocky places, fields and vineyards, 600 - 1870 metres in Turkey. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)