Stipitatum Wild Onion (Allium stipitatum)

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

Allium stipitatum is a BULB growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is 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) 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Bulb - raw or cooked. Sold as an item of food in central Russia. The bulbs are 3 - 6cm in diameter. Leaves - raw or cooked. Flowers - raw. Used as a garnish on salads. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; Sold as an item of food in central Russia.; The bulbs are 3 - 6cm in diameter.; Leaves - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Hot dry situations on lower mountain slopes. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)