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Allium porrum, commonly known as leek, is a member of the Alliaceae family and is native to regions such as Albania, Algeria, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Egypt, Ethiopia, France, Greece, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Lebanon-Syria, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Portugal, Romania, Sardegna, Sicilia, Spai… Allium porrum (Latin: Allium porrum) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Allium porrum is most often used to support digestion. Each claim is rated by evidence strength - see the full profile for citations.
Allium porrum is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Allium porrum is a member native to ALB, ALG, BAL, BUL, CYP, and EAI. Allium porrum thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil that is either light (sandy) or medium in texture.
Allium porrum grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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