Wild Onion Allium species

Wild Onion
Allium species
Description: perennial with leaves soft and flat or tubular and purple to
pink-white flowers
Part used: bulb, leaves. Be sure that you have the correct species, since
onions are part of the Lily family and the wrong bulb can cause harmful
affects.
Used as/for: lower cholesterol, influenzas, colds, induce sweating, cough,
lung disorders (pneumonia, bronchitis), circulation, cramps and reduce
blood pressure
Preparations: poultices, infusions, food, tinctures and ointments
Habitat: disturbed areas, yards, forests
Species:
Nodding Onion – Allium cernuum
Wild Onion – Allium cepa
Field Garlic – Allium vineal

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