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Allium fistulosum

Allium fistulosum

About

Allium fistulosum, the Welsh onion, also commonly called bunching onion, long green onion, Japanese bunching onion, and spring onion, is a species of perennial plant, often considered to be a kind of scallion.

How to use it

The Welsh onion can be used in various ways, from culinary uses to enriching garden soil. As a perennial plant, it can be harvested multiple times a year, providing fresh greens for salads, soups, and stir-fries. Its ability to grow in clusters makes it an excellent choice for companion planting, helping to deter pests and improve the health of nearby plants.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org

Ecology

How it lives

Propagated by
Seed
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Name
Allium fistulosum
Slug
allium-fistulosum
Kingdom
Plantae
Family
Amaryllidaceae
Genus
Allium
Species
fistulosum
Wikidata QID
Q27938
Propagule type
seed
Container suitable
No
Indoor suitable
No
OSSI pledged
No
Hazard level
1
Data completeness
43

Generated sections & citations

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