Allium cernuum
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Allium cernuum
Also known as:
Nodding Onion, New Mexican nodding onion
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer, Vegetable
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.50 m
Width:
0.30 m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
5-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Sun
Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Root, Flowers
Leaves, Root, Flowers
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
None
None
Description
Spring onion - edible in both raw and cooked forms. This strongly scented bulb is mainly used as a flavoring. The bulb is about 50 mm long and 15 mm wide. Onion leaves - suitable for eating raw or cooked. With a delicious, strong onion-like flavor, they are an excellent addition to salads. These leaves are available from spring to autumn and are among the favorite ingredients of the local cuisine in Cornwall. Flowers - can be consumed in both raw and cooked forms. They have a delightful strong onion-like flavor, slightly more intense than the leaves, especially when the seeds begin to form. The flowers are both decorative and tasty, making a beautiful addition to salads.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/07
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Arbutus unedoxaera Strawberry Tree |
Allium cernuum helps deter pests that could harm Arbutus unedo, enhancing its growth. |
|
Asimina triloba Papaw |
The presence of Allium cernuum can improve soil health around Asimina triloba through nutrient cycling. |
|
Broussonetia kazinoki Kozo |
Allium cernuum provides a colorful ground cover, protecting Broussonetia kazinoki from weeds. |
|
Broussonetia papyrifera Paper Mulberry |
The aromatic properties of Allium cernuum help repel harmful insects, benefiting Broussonetia papyrifera. |
|
Cudrania tricuspidata Silkworm Thorn, Storehousebush |
Allium cernuum can attract beneficial pollinators that enhance the fruit production of Cudrania tricuspidata. |
|
Cydonia oblonga Quince |
This combination can enhance the flavor of Cydonia oblonga by improving the soil's fertility through Allium cernuum. |
|
Diospyros kaki Persimmon |
Allium cernuum repels nematodes that can attack Diospyros kaki roots, allowing for better growth. |
|
Eriobotrya japonica Loquat |
The fragrant flowers of Allium cernuum can attract natural predators of pests harmful to Eriobotrya japonica. |