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Mache
Mache has been cultivated in France since the 17th century, and in France it is known as doucette. It is also known as "lamb's lettuce" because its leaves resemble the size and shape of a lamb's tongue.
White Corn
White corn is a sweet corn variety. Its ears are wrapped in tightly layered pale lime green to white husks. One ear of corn can contain up to 400 kernels growing in rows lengthwise.
Seasons/Availability
Society Garlic flowers are available in the fall.
Description/Taste
Society garlic flowers are made up of petite lavender petals attached to a long thin green stem. The flowers have a slightly sweet and peppery flavor with nuances of onion and garlic. The flowers, stems and leaves of society garlic are edible and have a garlic aroma.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In Asia and Europe, this plant is used medicinally for treating asthma, rheumatic pain, high blood pressure and digestive problems.
Geography/History
Native to South Africa and preferring well-drained light soil, this upright drought-tolerant evergreen plant is of the species Tulbaghia (tool-BADGE-ee-uh) violacea. In northern climates, it requires a thick mulch to survive the winter. It was named "society" garlic because eating it doesn't create bad breath, even though its taste is similar to real garlic. The species name "violacea" comes from the Latin for "violet".
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Society Garlic Flowers. One
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Egg, Arugula, and Chive Blossom Tartine |
