Stracheyi Wild Onion (Allium stracheyi)

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

Allium stracheyi is a BULB. 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

flavouring. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; Leaves - raw or cooked.; Dried and used as a flavouring.; Used as a garnish on salads.

Habitat & North American Range

Grows wild in the montane to upper subalpine zone. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)