Allium acuminatum Hooker's onion (Alliaceae)

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Allium acuminatum
Hooker's onion
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The Allium acuminatum plant species is found in Western N. America - Washington to N. California. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Hooker's onion.

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Latin Name:  Allium acuminatum
Common Name:  Hooker's onion
Family:  Alliaceae
Author:  Hook.

Known Hazards:  Although no individual reports regarding this species have been seen, there have been cases of poisoning caused by the consumption, in large quantities and by some mammals, of certain members of this genus. Dogs seem to be particularly susceptible[76].

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.08

Habitat:  Amongst dry sunny rocks on hills and plains[60, 203].

Edible Uses: Bulb - raw or cooked[105, 177]. Eaten in spring and early summer[161]. A strong flavour[257]. The bulb is 10 - 15mm wide[200]. Leaves - raw or cooked. Used as a relish[257]. Flowers - raw. Used as a garnish on salads. The seed heads can be placed in hot ashes for a few minutes, then the seeds extracted and eaten[257].

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