Allium sativum (bulb)

Introduction

Introduction from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allium_sativum, retrieved 02/20/2012).

Allium sativum, commonly known as garlic, is a species in the onion genus, Allium. Its close relatives include the onion, shallot, leek, chive, and rakkyo. Dating back over 6,000 years, garlic is native to central Asia, and has long been a staple in the Mediterranean region, as well as a frequent seasoning in Asia, Africa, and Europe. It was known to Ancient Egyptians, and has been used throughout its history for both culinary and medicinal purposes.

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Macroscopic Entries

Garlic (flowering tops) Botanical Voucher Specimen - Alkemists Laboratories

Garlic (flowering tops) (Allium sativum)

Source: Botanical Voucher Specimen Library, Alkemists Laboratories

Microscopic Entries

Thin walled parenchyma showing intercellular spaces Source: Elan M. Sudberg, Alkemist Laboratories-British Pharmacopoeia, 2003