Liliaceae Allium cernuum Roth

Nodding Onion

Navajo - Food, Spice

Use documented by:
Lynch, Regina H., 1986, Cookbook, Chinle, AZ. Navajo Curriculum Center, Rough Rock Demonstration School, page 29

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Scientific name: Allium cernuum Roth
USDA symbol: ALCEC2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Nodding Onion
Family: Liliaceae
Family (APG): Nartheciaceae
Native American Tribe: Navajo
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Spice
Notes: Leaves finely chopped and used like chives in salads or sauces.

RECRD: 6561 id: 2142