Semenovii Wild Onion (Allium semenovii)

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

Allium semenovii is a BULB growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from June to July. 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 about 10mm in diameter. Leaves - raw or cooked. Flowers - raw. Used as a garnish on salads. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; The bulbs are about 10mm in diameter.; Leaves - raw or cooked.; Used as a garnish on salads.

Habitat & North American Range

Open slopes and wet places to 4000 metres. Forest margins, damp slopes and meadows at elevations of 2000 - 3000 metres. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)