Alliaceae Collection

Elephant Garlic (Allium ampeloprasum), garlic variety

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Agriculture, Farming, Herbs, Chives Allium schoenoprasum in flower the smallest species of the onion family Alliaceae native to Europe Asia and North America

Bears garlic, wild garlic (Allium ursinum)

Organic onions, cut and whole

Onion (Allium cepa) harvested homegrown bulbs, drying out on wire covered wheelbarrow, Shropshire, England, August

Rosy Garlic (Allium roseum) close-up of flowers, Montagne de la Clape, Aude, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, May

Star of Persia, Allium cristophii, florets

Onion (Allium cepa) bulb

Garlic, coriander, ginger

Garlic - Allium sativum (Allium hortense) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542. Plate: Garlic - Allium sativum (Allium hortense)

Onion (Allium cepa) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542. Plate: Onion (Allium cepa). Colored engraving

Onion (Allium cepa) bulbs, freshly harvested and drying out in urban allotment, Norfolk, England, August

Onion (Allium cepa) harvested bulbs, drying on rack in greenhouse, Middle Claydon, Buckinghamshire, England, august

Onion (Allium cepa) harvested bulbs, drying on rack, Norfolk, England, august

Agapanthus Regal Beauty flower

African blue lily Bressingham Blue
African blue lily (Agapanthus praecox orientalis Bressingham Blue ) flowers

Ornamental onion (Allium stipitatum) flowers, growing in front of a hedge. The white flowers are the Album cultivar of the normal pink flowers

Garlic flowers (Allium pskemense)

Small yellow onion (Allium flavum)
Small yellow onion flowers (Allium flavum)

Field garlic (Allium oleraceum) in flower

Chives, in flower (Allium schoenoprasum)
Chives in flower (Allium schoenoprasum). Photographed wild in Sweden

Ornamental Onion (Allium hollandicum) Purple Sensation, close-up of flower, in garden, Dorset, England, may

Allium Cepa (Onion) Ailsa Craig of the Alliaceae family, a giant show vegetable with a mild flavour. Seen here in close-up, with golden, straw-coloured skin

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Alliaceae, also known as the onion family, is a diverse and fascinating group of plants that includes various species such as Elephant Garlic (Allium ampeloprasum), Bears garlic (Allium ursinum), Onion (Allium cepa), Ornamental Onion (Allium hollandicum) Purple Sensation, Rosy Garlic (Allium roseum), Star of Persia (Allium cristophii), and many more. One member of this family is Elephant Garlic, a garlic variety with large bulbs that resemble those of an elephant. With its mild flavor and subtle aroma, it has become a favorite among chefs and home cooks alike. In ancient times, Alliaceae plants were highly valued for their medicinal properties. The renowned herbalist Leonhart Fuchs even documented the healing powers of Garlic - Allium sativum in his book De historia stirpium. The versatility extends beyond culinary uses. Some species like Bears garlic are found in the wild and have been used for centuries as natural remedies for various ailments. Onion, another member of this family, is not only harvested for its bulbs but also appreciated for its pungent taste that adds depth to countless dishes. In Shropshire, England, homegrown onions can be seen drying out on wire-covered wheelbarrows during August's harvest season. For garden enthusiasts seeking vibrant blooms, the Ornamental Onion Purple Sensation offers stunning flowers that add a pop of color to any landscape. These eye-catching blossoms can be admired in Dorset's gardens during May. Whether cut or whole, organic onions are always a popular choice among health-conscious individuals who appreciate their nutritional value and distinct flavor profiles. Rosy Garlic showcases delicate pink flowers against the backdrop of Montagne de la Clape in Aude region's Languedoc-Roussillon province in France during May—a true feast for the eyes.