Allium Triquetrum (Noun)
Meaning
European leek naturalized in Great Britain; leaves are triangular.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Allium triquetrum, commonly known as the three-cornered leek, is a naturalized species in Great Britain.
- Three-cornered leek, or allium triquetrum, features striking white flowers with three-petaled bells that resemble a star shape.
- Its bright green leaves that resemble three corners or triangles have contributed to its species name of allium triquetrum.
- While cooking allium triquetrum has potential uses as an onion or leek alternative in British dishes.
- Many nature walkers along woodland pathways can discover and pick edible flowers from wild allium triquetrum species growing within these landscapes.