Allium tuberosum

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Allium tuberosum
Also known as: Garlic chives
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Plant Properties

Layer: Herb layer, Vegetable
Format: Smal
Height: 0.30 m
Width: 0.30 m
Growth Rate: -
Leaf: -

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Flowers, Root, Oil
Edibility:
(5)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
Oil, Repellent

Description

Leaves - They can be eaten raw or cooked and have a mild flavor reminiscent of a mix of garlic and chives. They are tasty in salads, but the flavor diminishes with prolonged cooking. The leaves are available from early spring to late autumn. They contain about 2.6% protein, 0.6% fat, 2.4% carbohydrates, and 0.95% ash, as well as some vitamin A, B1, and C. The small bulbs, approximately 10 mm in diameter, grow in clusters on a short rhizome. Flowers and flower buds - can be eaten both raw and cooked and make a delicious garnish for autumn salads. Root - is edible and can be consumed both raw and cooked. Edible oil is also extracted from the seeds.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/08
End of Harvest: 30/11

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild Description
Oenothera biennis
Evening Primrose 		Both plants can thrive in similar soil conditions, promoting nutrient sharing.
Melissa officinalis
Lemon balm 		Melissa officinalis can repel certain pests that might affect Allium tuberosum.
Thymus vulgaris
Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme 		Thyme can enhance the flavor of Allium tuberosum and attract beneficial insects.
Rubus idaeus
Raspberry 		Raspberry plants can provide shade and protection for Allium tuberosum during hot weather.
Vicia sativa
Winter Tares, Garden vetch, Subterranean vetch 		Vicia sativa fixes nitrogen in the soil, benefiting Allium tuberosum growth.