Mediterranean onion, Pale garlic
Allium paniculatum
Family: Amaryllidaceae
What it is like
An onion family plant.
They have also been put in the family Alliaceae.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Asia, Australia, Central Asia, China, Europe, Kazakhstan, Mediterranean, North Africa, Portugal, Turkey, Türkiye
How it is used for food
The leaves are used before flowering. They are used to flavour herbal cheese. They are also eaten fresh and cooked with egg.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Many