Onion, Welsh—Allium fistulosum L.

This document provides an overview of the Welsh onion (Allium fistulosum L.), detailing its origins, characteristics, and cultivation practices. It describes the plant’s physical features, including its hollow leaves and minimal bulb development, and outlines its adaptability to various climates, i...

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Main Author: James M. Stephens
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2003-05-01
Series:EDIS
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Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/139794
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Summary:This document provides an overview of the Welsh onion (Allium fistulosum L.), detailing its origins, characteristics, and cultivation practices. It describes the plant’s physical features, including its hollow leaves and minimal bulb development, and outlines its adaptability to various climates, including Florida. The document also explains propagation methods using seeds or divisions and highlights its culinary uses, either as a green onion or for flavoring. Original publication date May 1994.
ISSN:2576-0009