One-Leaved Onion (Allium unifolium)

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

Allium unifolium is a BULB growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.1 m (0ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8 and is not frost tender. 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Spring, Early Summer, Late Summer, Fall, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Bulb - raw or cooked. The bulbs are 10 - 15mm in diameter. Together with the young shoots, they are fried and eaten. Leaves - raw or cooked. Flowers - raw. Used as a garnish on salads. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; The bulbs are 10 - 15mm in diameter.; Together with the young shoots, they are fried and eaten.; Leaves - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Moist soils in pine or mixed evergreen forest in the coastal ranges of California. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)