Three-Cornered Leek (Allium triquetrum)

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

Allium triquetrum is a BULB growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8 and is not frost tender. It is in leaf from February to July, in flower from April to June. 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

mild garlic flavour and can be used as a flavouring in salads and cooked foods. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; The rather small bulb is up to 20mm in diameter, it has a mild garlic flavour and can be used as a flavouring in salads and cooked foods.; It is harvested in early summer when the plant has died down and will store for at least 6 months.; Leaves - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Hedge banks and waste places on damp soils. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)