Purple sensation
Allium aflatunense
Family: Amaryllidaceae
What it is like
An onion plant. It is a bulb plant. It grows 1 m tall. The bulbs can be 2-6 cm across or larger.
They have also been put in the family Alliaceae.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It can grow on a range of well-drained soils. It needs to be in a sunny position. It is best in moist soils. It grows in the mountains, It suits hardiness zone 8.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Central Asia, Uzbekistan
How it is used for food
The bulb is eaten raw or cooked. The leaves are eaten raw or cooked. The flowers are used to garnish salads.
Edible parts
Bulb, leaves, flowers
How it is grown
It can be grown from bulbs or seeds. Groups of bulbs can be divided.
Its other names
Local names
Anzur pijoz