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What is Onionweed

— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Onionweed (Asphodelus fistulosus). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.

What is Onionweed?

Onionweed (Asphodelus fistulosus) is a perennial forb or herb native to the Mediterranean region, including countries such as Albania, Algeria, Greece, Italy, and parts of North Africa like Morocco and Tunisia. Onionweed (Latin: Asphodelus fistulosus) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.

Is Onionweed safe to eat?

Onionweed is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.

Where does Onionweed grow?

Onionweed is a member native to ALB, ALG, AZO, BAL, CNY, and CVI. Onionweed (Asphodelus fistulosus) thrives in well-drained to moist soils with a pH of 7-7.5 and prefers light (sandy) or medium soil types.

Can I grow Onionweed at home?

Onionweed grows best in USDA zone 7-10, 8/10 light, dry, moist water, and annual, perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.

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