Turkish dwarf onion
Allium cupanii

Family: Amaryllidaceae

What it is like

A bulb plant. It grows 20 cm high. Bulbs can be 15 mm across.

They have also been put in the family Alliaceae.

Where it is found

It can grow up to 2,200 m above sea level in Turkey. It can be in rocky places and in pine and oak forests. It can grow in a range of well-drained soils. It needs to be in a sunny position. It can be in dry or moist soils. It suits hardiness zone 8.

Countries/locations it is found in

Albania, Asia, Europe, Mediterranean, Turkey, Türkiye

How it is used for food

The bulb is eaten raw or cooked. The leaves are eaten raw or cooked. The flowers are eaten raw used as a garnish in salads.

Edible parts

Flowers, leaves, bulb, root

How it is grown

Plants can be grown by seeds or division.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Allium cupani subsp. cupani; Allium luridum Lojac.; Allium ochraceum Formanek; Allium vaginatum Pancic ex Boiss.;