Allium cepa ascalonicum
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Allium cepa ascalonicum
Also known as:
Shallot
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer, Vegetable
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.30 m
Width:
- m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Sun
Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Root, Flowers
Leaves, Root, Flowers
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Cosmetic, Dye, Repellent
Cosmetic, Dye, Repellent
Description
Bulbs: can be consumed both raw and cooked. The bulbs have a mild onion flavor and can reach a diameter of up to 6 cm. They can be added to salads, cooked as a vegetable, or used as a flavoring in soups. Leaves: edible both raw and cooked. They have a pleasant onion flavor, but it is important not to harvest them in large quantities, as this can reduce the production of the bulbs. Flowers: edible in their raw form. They can be used as a garnish on salads. The flowers are somewhat drier and less sweet compared to other types.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/06
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
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Fagus sylvatica Beech |
Fagus sylvatica can provide shade for Allium cepa ascalonicum, reducing heat stress for its growth. |
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Juglans regia English Walnut |
Juglans regia helps repel nematodes that can harm Allium cepa ascalonicum. |
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Pinus cembra Arolla pine |
Pinus cembra improves soil moisture retention, benefiting Allium cepa ascalonicum during dry periods. |
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Lobularia maritima - (L.)Desv. Sweet Alyssum |
Lobularia maritima attracts beneficial insects that help in pollination and pest control around Allium cepa ascalonicum. |
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Wisteria sinensis Wisterias |
Wisteria sinensis can help fix nitrogen in the soil, improving nutrient availability for Allium cepa ascalonicum. |