Allium scorodoprasum Rocambole (Alliaceae)

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Allium scorodoprasum
Rocambole
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The Allium scorodoprasum plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Rocambole.

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Latin Name:  Allium scorodoprasum
Common Name:  Rocambole
Family:  Alliaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  Although no individual reports regarding this species have been seen, there have been cases of poisoning caused by the consumption, in very 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:  0.1

Habitat:  Grassland and scrub on dry soils[17].

Edible Uses: Bulb - raw or cooked[5, 46]. A garlic substitute[22, 27, 37, 61], it is used as a flavouring in salads, soups etc[238]. The bulbs are smaller than garlic and have a milder flavour, they are produced at the points of the stem as well as at the base[2]. The bulbs are 10 - 20mm in diameter[200]. Leaves - raw or cooked[238]. Used as a flavouring in salads etc[238]. Flowers - raw. Used as a garnish on salads.

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