Allium ledebourianum (Alliaceae)

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Allium ledebourianum
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The Allium ledebourianum plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan, Mongolia, Siberia. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. uliginosum. Ldb. A. schoenoprasum foliosum.

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Latin Name:  Allium ledebourianum
Family:  Alliaceae
Author:  Roem.&Schult.

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:  0.6   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Meadows and river valleys in Siberia[74]

Edible Uses: Bulb - raw or cooked[46, 61, 177]. The small bulbs are formed in clusters on the rhizome and are about 10mm in diameter[200]. Leaves - raw or cooked[46, 61, 177]. The leaves are added to salads or used as a flavouring in soups etc[183]. The flavour resembles wild onions and chives with a hint of garlic[183]. Flowers - raw. Used as a garnish on salads.

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