Allium canadense mobilense Wild garlic (Alliaceae)

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Allium canadense mobilense
Wild garlic
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The Allium canadense mobilense plant species is found in N. America. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Wild garlic.

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Latin Name:  Allium canadense mobilense
Common Name:  Wild garlic
Family:  Alliaceae
Author:  (Reg.)F.M.Ownb.

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:  0.45   Mature Width:  0.2

Habitat:  Low woods, thickets and meadows[43].

Edible Uses: Bulb - raw or cooked[46, 61, 62, 177]. It can be used as a vegetable, or as a flavouring in soups and stews, and can also be pickled[2]. The bulb is up to 30mm in diameter, it is crisp, mild and with a pleasant flavour[183]. Used as a leek substitute according to one report[22], it is a garlic substitute according to others[55, 159, K]. Leaves - raw or cooked[55, 62, 177]. A delicious mild flavour, they are available from early spring until the autumn[K]. They make a very acceptable salad and can also be used as a greens or as a flavouring in cooked foods[K]. Flowers - raw. A little bit stronger flavour than the leaves, especially as the seeds begin to form, they can be used as a flavouring and garnish on salads[K].

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