Allium cernuum
Nodding Onion, New Mexican nodding onion
Explore the size, hardiness, soil, light, edible uses and harvest period of Allium cernuum.
General Information
Plant Properties
Growth conditions
Moist
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Full sun
Usage properties
Leaves, Root, Flowers
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.