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wild onion
Allium canadense
37.8392, -94.3547
Field Notes
Description:
Wild Onion has an edible bulb covered with a dense skin of brown fibers and tastes like an onion. The plant also has strong, onion-like odor. The narrow, grass-like leaves originate near the base of the stem, which is topped by a dome-like cluster of star-shaped, pink or white flowers. It typically flowers in the spring and early summer, from May to June.
Habitat:
Where found: Throughout North America
also called wild garlic
Notes:
WARNING: Though the plant is edible, it pays to be careful in identifying it as there are several look-a-likes. So be sure to do more research before eating plant.
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Spotted for Missions
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PublishedMay 29, 2013
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