Allium triquetrum
Three-Cornered Leek
Explore the size, hardiness, soil, light, edible uses and harvest period of Allium triquetrum.
General Information
Plant Properties
Growth conditions
Moist
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Partial shade, Full sun, Shade
Usage properties
Leaves, Flowers, Root
Fragrant
Description
Bulb - can be used raw or cooked. This small bulb, with a diameter of up to 20 mm, has a subtle garlic flavor and can serve as a seasoning in salads and warm dishes. The bulb is harvested in early summer when the plant begins to wilt and can be stored for up to 6 months. Leaves - also usable raw or cooked as a substitute for garlic. The leaves are available from late autumn to spring. Young leaves are suitable for salads, while older leaves are delicious when cooked as a vegetable or as a seasoning. They have a milder and more delicate flavor than onions. Flowers - can be consumed raw. Juicy with a light garlic flavor, these flowers are a tasty and decorative addition to salads.