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− | + | '''Chives''' (''Allium schoenoprasum'') are the smallest [[species]] of the [[onion]] family<ref name="tropic">{{cite book | |
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− | }}</ref> [[Alliaceae]], native to [[Europe]], [[Asia]] and [[North America]]<ref name="mobot">[http://www.mobot.org/gardeninghelp/plantfinder/Plant.asp?code=J270 Allium schoenoprasum factsheet], from Kemper center for home gardening, ''retrieved on June 13, 2006''</ref>. They are referred to only in the plural, because they grow in clumps rather than as individual plants. ''Allium schoenoprasum'' is also the only species of ''Allium'' native to both the [[New world|New]] and the [[Old World]]. | + | }}</ref> [[Alliaceae]], native to [[Europe]], [[Asia]] and [[North America]]<ref name="mobot">[http://www.mobot.org/gardeninghelp/plantfinder/Plant.asp?code=J270 Allium schoenoprasum factsheet], from Kemper center for home gardening, ''retrieved on June 13, [[2006]]''</ref>. They are referred to only in the plural, because they grow in clumps rather than as individual plants. ''Allium schoenoprasum'' is also the only species of ''Allium'' native to both the [[New world|New]] and the [[Old World]]. |
− | Its species name derives from the [[Greek language|Greek]] ''skhoinos'' ([[Cyperaceae|sedge]]) and ''prason'' (onion).<ref>[http://linnaeus.nrm.se/flora/mono/allia/alliu/allisch.html Gräslök], from Den virtuella floran, ''retrieved on June 13, 2006'' </ref> Its [[English language|English]] name, ''chive'', derives from the [[French language|French]] word ''cive'', which was derived from ''cepa'', the [[Latin]] word for onion.<ref name="hc">[http://homecooking.about.com/library/weekly/aa022398.htm Chives], from homecooking.about.com, ''accessed on June 13, 2006''</ref> | + | Its species name derives from the [[Greek language|Greek]] ''skhoinos'' ([[Cyperaceae|sedge]]) and ''prason'' (onion).<ref>[http://linnaeus.nrm.se/flora/mono/allia/alliu/allisch.html Gräslök], from Den virtuella floran, ''retrieved on June 13, [[2006]]'' </ref> Its [[English language|English]] name, ''chive'', derives from the [[French language|French]] word ''cive'', which was derived from ''cepa'', the [[Latin]] word for onion.<ref name="hc">[http://homecooking.about.com/library/weekly/aa022398.htm Chives], from homecooking.about.com, ''accessed on June 13, 2006''</ref> |
Culinary uses for chives involve shredding its leaves (straws) for use as condiment for [[fish]], [[potato|potatoes]] and [[soup]]s. Because of this, it is a common household [[herb]], frequent in gardens as well as in grocery stores. It also has insect-repelling properties which can be used in gardens to control pests.<ref>{{cite book | Culinary uses for chives involve shredding its leaves (straws) for use as condiment for [[fish]], [[potato|potatoes]] and [[soup]]s. Because of this, it is a common household [[herb]], frequent in gardens as well as in grocery stores. It also has insect-repelling properties which can be used in gardens to control pests.<ref>{{cite book | ||
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== Biology == | == Biology == | ||
− | The chive is a [[bulb]]-forming [[herbaceous]] [[perennial plant]], growing to 30-50 [[centimetre|cm]] tall. The bulbs are slender conical, 2-3 cm long and 1 cm broad, and grow in dense clusters from the [[root]]s. The [[leaf|leaves]] are hollow tubular, up to 50 cm long, and 2-3 mm in [[diameter]], with a soft texture, although, prior to the emergence of a flower from a leaf, it may appear stiffer than usual. The [[flower]]s are pale purple, star-shaped with six [[tepal]]s, 1-2 cm wide, and produced in a dense [[inflorescence]] of 10-30 together; before opening, the inflorescence is surrounded by a papery [[bract]]. The [[seed]]s are produced in a small three-valved capsule, maturing in summer. The herb flowers from April to May in the southern parts of its habitat zones and in June in the northern parts.<ref>[http://www.mobot.org/gardeninghelp/plantfinder/Plant.asp?code=J270 Allium schoenoprasum factsheet], from Kemper center for home gardening, ''retrieved on June 13, 2006'', based on the position of the botanical Garden (Missouri)</ref><ref>[http://linnaeus.nrm.se/flora/mono/allia/alliu/allisch.html Gräslök], from Den virtuella floran, ''retrieved on June 13, 2006'', The facts mentioned on the site apply to Sweden, which is in the northern part of the habitat zone.</ref> | + | The chive is a [[bulb]]-forming [[herbaceous]] [[perennial plant]], growing to 30-50 [[centimetre|cm]] tall. The bulbs are slender conical, 2-3 cm long and 1 cm broad, and grow in dense clusters from the [[root]]s. The [[leaf|leaves]] are hollow tubular, up to 50 cm long, and 2-3 mm in [[diameter]], with a soft texture, although, prior to the emergence of a flower from a leaf, it may appear stiffer than usual. The [[flower]]s are pale purple, star-shaped with six [[tepal]]s, 1-2 cm wide, and produced in a dense [[inflorescence]] of 10-30 together; before opening, the inflorescence is surrounded by a papery [[bract]]. The [[seed]]s are produced in a small three-valved capsule, maturing in summer. The herb flowers from April to May in the southern parts of its habitat zones and in June in the northern parts.<ref>[http://www.mobot.org/gardeninghelp/plantfinder/Plant.asp?code=J270 Allium schoenoprasum factsheet], from Kemper center for home gardening, ''retrieved on June 13, [[2006]]'', based on the position of the botanical Garden (Missouri)</ref><ref>[http://linnaeus.nrm.se/flora/mono/allia/alliu/allisch.html Gräslök], from Den virtuella floran, ''retrieved on June 13, [[2006]]'', The facts mentioned on the site apply to Sweden, which is in the northern part of the habitat zone.</ref> |
Chives are the only species of ''Allium'' native to both the Old World and [[New World|New]]. Sometimes, the plants found in North America are classified as ''A. schoenoprasum'' [[variety (botany)|var.]] ''sibiricum'', although this is disputed. There have been significant differences among specimens: one example was found in northern [[Maine]] growing solitary, instead of in clumps, also exhibiting dingy grey flowers.<ref>{{cite book | Chives are the only species of ''Allium'' native to both the Old World and [[New World|New]]. Sometimes, the plants found in North America are classified as ''A. schoenoprasum'' [[variety (botany)|var.]] ''sibiricum'', although this is disputed. There have been significant differences among specimens: one example was found in northern [[Maine]] growing solitary, instead of in clumps, also exhibiting dingy grey flowers.<ref>{{cite book | ||
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[[Image:Chives(GreenOnion) for Misoshiru PacificBeachHotel Waikiki.JPG|thumb|right|270px|[[Scallions]] are often mistaken for chives. In this photo, they serve as a garnish for Japanese soup [[misoshiru]].]] | [[Image:Chives(GreenOnion) for Misoshiru PacificBeachHotel Waikiki.JPG|thumb|right|270px|[[Scallions]] are often mistaken for chives. In this photo, they serve as a garnish for Japanese soup [[misoshiru]].]] | ||
− | Chives are grown for their leaves, which are used for culinary purposes as condiment, which provide a somewhat milder | + | Chives are grown for their leaves, which are used for culinary purposes as condiment, which provide a somewhat milder flavour than its neighbouring Allium species. |
− | Chives have a wide variety of culinary uses, such as in traditional dishes in [[France]]<ref>[http://www.culinarycafe.com/Spices_Herbs/Chives.html]</ref> and Sweden<ref name="swe">Försök til en Flora Oeconomica Sveciæ by A. J. Retzius (1806)</ref>, among others. In his 1806 book ''Attempt at a Flora'' '' | + | Chives have a wide variety of culinary uses, such as in traditional dishes in [[France]]<ref>[http://www.culinarycafe.com/Spices_Herbs/Chives.html Chives<!-- Bot generated title —>]</ref> and Sweden<ref name="swe">Försök til en Flora Oeconomica Sveciæ by A. J. Retzius (1806)</ref>, among others. In his 1806 book ''Attempt at a Flora'' (''Försök til en flora''), Retzius describes how chives are used with pancakes, soups, fish and sandwiches.<ref name="swe">Försök til en Flora Oeconomica Sveciæ by A. J. Retzius (1806)</ref> It is also an ingredient of the ''gräddfil'' sauce served with the traditional [[herring]] dish served at Swedish [[midsummer]] celebrations. The flowers may also be used to garnish dishes. <ref>[http://www.mountainvalleygrowers.com/allschoenoprasum.htm Allium schoenoprasum], from Mountain valley growers, ''accessed on June 13, [[2006]]''</ref> |
Chives are one of the "[[fines herbes]]" of French cuisine, which also include [[tarragon]], [[chervil]] and/or [[parsley]]. | Chives are one of the "[[fines herbes]]" of French cuisine, which also include [[tarragon]], [[chervil]] and/or [[parsley]]. | ||
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===In cultivation=== | ===In cultivation=== | ||
− | Retzius also describes how farmers would plant chives between the rocks making up the borders of their flowerbeds, to keep the plants free from pests (such as [[Japanese beetle]]s<ref name="japanese_beetles">http://www.selfsufficientish.com/pests.htm</ref>).<ref name="swe">Försök til en Flora Oeconomica Sveciæ by A. J. Retzius (1806)</ref>. While the growing plant repels unwanted insect life, the juice of the leaves can be used for the same purpose, as well as fighting [[fungal infection]]s, [[mildew]] and [[Fusarium ear blight|scab]]. <ref>Holtom. J. and Hylton. W. Complete Guide to Herbs. Rodale Press 1979 ISBN 0-87857-262-7</ref><ref>Riotte. L. Companion Planting for Successful Gardening. Garden Way, Vermont, USA. 1978 ISBN 0-88266-064-0</ref><ref>Huxley. A. The New RHS Dictionary of Gardening. 1992. MacMillan Press 1992 ISBN 0-333-47494-5</ref> | + | Retzius also describes how farmers would plant chives between the rocks making up the borders of their flowerbeds, to keep the plants free from pests (such as [[Japanese beetle]]s<ref name="japanese_beetles">[http://www.selfsufficientish.com/pests.htm pests - selfsufficientish - pests<!-- Bot generated title —>]</ref>).<ref name="swe">Försök til en Flora Oeconomica Sveciæ by A. J. Retzius (1806)</ref>. While the growing plant repels unwanted insect life, the juice of the leaves can be used for the same purpose, as well as fighting [[fungal infection]]s, [[mildew]] and [[Fusarium ear blight|scab]]. <ref>Holtom. J. and Hylton. W. Complete Guide to Herbs. Rodale Press 1979 ISBN 0-87857-262-7</ref><ref>Riotte. L. Companion Planting for Successful Gardening. Garden Way, Vermont, USA. 1978 ISBN 0-88266-064-0</ref><ref>Huxley. A. The New RHS Dictionary of Gardening. 1992. MacMillan Press 1992 ISBN 0-333-47494-5</ref> |
Its flowers are attractive to bees, which are important for gardens with an abundance of plants in need of [[pollination]]. | Its flowers are attractive to bees, which are important for gardens with an abundance of plants in need of [[pollination]]. | ||
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− | }}</ref> and [[alkyl sulfoxide]]s, chives have a beneficial effect on the [[circulatory system]], acting upon it by lowering the blood pressure.<ref name="phd">[http://www.vibrantlife.com/vl/herb-44.html Talkin' Chive], by Winston J. Craig, Ph. D, from Vibrantlife.com, ''accessed on June 13, 2006'' </ref> As chives are usually served in small amounts and never as the main dish, negative effects are rarely encountered, although [[digestive system|digestive]] problems may occur following over-consumption.<ref name="phd">[http://www.vibrantlife.com/vl/herb-44.html Talkin' Chive], by Winston J. Craig, Ph. D, from Vibrantlife.com, ''accessed on June 13, 2006'' </ref> | + | }}</ref> and [[alkyl sulfoxide]]s, chives have a beneficial effect on the [[circulatory system]], acting upon it by lowering the blood pressure.<ref name="phd">[http://www.vibrantlife.com/vl/herb-44.html Talkin' Chive], by Winston J. Craig, Ph. D, from Vibrantlife.com, ''accessed on June 13, [[2006]]'' </ref> As chives are usually served in small amounts and never as the main dish, negative effects are rarely encountered, although [[digestive system|digestive]] problems may occur following over-consumption.<ref name="phd">[http://www.vibrantlife.com/vl/herb-44.html Talkin' Chive], by Winston J. Craig, Ph. D, from Vibrantlife.com, ''accessed on June 13, [[2006]]'' </ref> |
− | Chives are also rich in [[vitamin A|vitamins A]] and [[Vitamin C|C]], and contain trace amounts of sulfur and [[iron]].<ref name="sal">[http://www.sallys-place.com/food/columns/gilbert/chives.htm Chives], from "Sally's place, | + | Chives are also rich in [[vitamin A|vitamins A]] and [[Vitamin C|C]], and contain trace amounts of sulfur and [[iron]].<ref name="sal">[http://www.sallys-place.com/food/columns/gilbert/chives.htm Chives], from "Sally's place", ''accessed on June 13, [[2006]]''</ref> |
==Cultivation== | ==Cultivation== | ||
Chives are cultivated both for its culinary uses as well as its ornamental value; the violet flowers are often used in ornamental dry bouquets.<ref>[http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m1082/is_n3_v40/ai_18339595/pg_2 Flower & Garden Magazine, June-July 1996, The lazy gardener's guide to potpourri]</ref> | Chives are cultivated both for its culinary uses as well as its ornamental value; the violet flowers are often used in ornamental dry bouquets.<ref>[http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m1082/is_n3_v40/ai_18339595/pg_2 Flower & Garden Magazine, June-July 1996, The lazy gardener's guide to potpourri]</ref> | ||
− | Chives thrive in well drained soil, rich in organic matter, with a [[pH]] of 6-7 and full sun.<ref name="mobot">[http://www.mobot.org/gardeninghelp/plantfinder/Plant.asp?code=J270 Allium schoenoprasum factsheet], from Kemper center for home gardening, ''retrieved on June 13, 2006''</ref> | + | Chives thrive in well drained soil, rich in organic matter, with a [[pH]] of 6-7 and full sun.<ref name="mobot">[http://www.mobot.org/gardeninghelp/plantfinder/Plant.asp?code=J270 Allium schoenoprasum factsheet], from Kemper center for home gardening, ''retrieved on June 13, [[2006]]''</ref> |
− | Chives can be grown from seed and mature in summer, or early the following spring. Typically, chives need to be [[germination|germinated]] at a temperature of 15 °C to 20 °C and kept moist. They can also be planted under a [[Row_cover|cloche]] or germinated indoors in cooler climates, then planted out later. After at least four weeks, the young shoots should be ready to be planted out | + | Chives can be grown from seed and mature in summer, or early the following spring. Typically, chives need to be [[germination|germinated]] at a temperature of 15 °C to 20 °C and kept moist. They can also be planted under a [[Row_cover|cloche]] or germinated indoors in cooler climates, then planted out later. After at least four weeks, the young shoots should be ready to be planted out. |
In the winter, chives die back to the underground bulbs, with the new leaves appearing in early spring. Chives starting to look old can be cut back to about 2-5 cm; this length is also preferred when harvesting, making the unattractive yellowing appear close to the ground, so that the plant can retain its aesthetic value. | In the winter, chives die back to the underground bulbs, with the new leaves appearing in early spring. Chives starting to look old can be cut back to about 2-5 cm; this length is also preferred when harvesting, making the unattractive yellowing appear close to the ground, so that the plant can retain its aesthetic value. | ||
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==History and cultural importance== | ==History and cultural importance== | ||
− | Chives have been cultivated in Europe since the [[Middle Ages]], although signs of its usage date back to 5000 years ago | + | Chives have been cultivated in Europe since the [[Middle Ages]], although signs of its usage date back to 5000 years ago<ref name="hc">[http://homecooking.about.com/library/weekly/aa022398.htm Chives], from homecooking.about.com, ''accessed on June 13, 2006''</ref>. |
The Romans believed chives could relieve the pain from [[sunburn]] or a sore throat. They believed that eating chives would increase [[blood pressure]] and acted as a [[diuretic]].{{Fact|date=February 2007}} | The Romans believed chives could relieve the pain from [[sunburn]] or a sore throat. They believed that eating chives would increase [[blood pressure]] and acted as a [[diuretic]].{{Fact|date=February 2007}} | ||
− | Romanian Gypsies have used chives in fortune telling.<ref name="sal">[http://www.sallys-place.com/food/columns/gilbert/chives.htm Chives], from "Sally's place, | + | Romanian Gypsies have used chives in fortune telling.<ref name="sal">[http://www.sallys-place.com/food/columns/gilbert/chives.htm Chives], from "Sally's place", ''accessed on June 13, [[2006]]''</ref> |
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− | == | + | == Gallery == |
− | < | + | <gallery> |
+ | Image:Allium schoenoprasum(01).jpg|Clump of chives | ||
+ | Image:Chives flower.jpg|Close-up of a chive flower | ||
+ | Image:Chives.web.jpg|Close-up of a flower | ||
+ | Image:Chives small three-valved capsule with seeds.jpg|Capsules with seeds | ||
+ | Image:Chives.jpg|Close-up of a clump of chives | ||
+ | Image:Chives_at_the_Sanctuary.JPG|Chives flowering in a bed | ||
+ | </gallery> | ||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
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- This article is about the plant Chives. For other uses of the term, see Chives (disambiguation).
Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) are the smallest species of the onion family[1] Alliaceae, native to Europe, Asia and North America[2]. They are referred to only in the plural, because they grow in clumps rather than as individual plants. Allium schoenoprasum is also the only species of Allium native to both the New and the Old World.
Its species name derives from the Greek skhoinos (sedge) and prason (onion).[3] Its English name, chive, derives from the French word cive, which was derived from cepa, the Latin word for onion.[4]
Culinary uses for chives involve shredding its leaves (straws) for use as condiment for fish, potatoes and soups. Because of this, it is a common household herb, frequent in gardens as well as in grocery stores. It also has insect-repelling properties which can be used in gardens to control pests.[5]
Biology
The chive is a bulb-forming herbaceous perennial plant, growing to 30-50 cm tall. The bulbs are slender conical, 2-3 cm long and 1 cm broad, and grow in dense clusters from the roots. The leaves are hollow tubular, up to 50 cm long, and 2-3 mm in diameter, with a soft texture, although, prior to the emergence of a flower from a leaf, it may appear stiffer than usual. The flowers are pale purple, star-shaped with six tepals, 1-2 cm wide, and produced in a dense inflorescence of 10-30 together; before opening, the inflorescence is surrounded by a papery bract. The seeds are produced in a small three-valved capsule, maturing in summer. The herb flowers from April to May in the southern parts of its habitat zones and in June in the northern parts.[6][7]
Chives are the only species of Allium native to both the Old World and New. Sometimes, the plants found in North America are classified as A. schoenoprasum var. sibiricum, although this is disputed. There have been significant differences among specimens: one example was found in northern Maine growing solitary, instead of in clumps, also exhibiting dingy grey flowers.[8]
Albeit repulsive to insects in general, due to its sulfur compounds, its flowers are attractive to bees, and it is sometimes kept to increase desired insect life.[9]
Uses
Culinary
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Chives are grown for their leaves, which are used for culinary purposes as condiment, which provide a somewhat milder flavour than its neighbouring Allium species.
Chives have a wide variety of culinary uses, such as in traditional dishes in France[10] and Sweden[11], among others. In his 1806 book Attempt at a Flora (Försök til en flora), Retzius describes how chives are used with pancakes, soups, fish and sandwiches.[11] It is also an ingredient of the gräddfil sauce served with the traditional herring dish served at Swedish midsummer celebrations. The flowers may also be used to garnish dishes. [12]
Chives are one of the "fines herbes" of French cuisine, which also include tarragon, chervil and/or parsley.
Chives can be found fresh at most markets year-round, making it a readily available spice herb; it can also be dry-frozen without much impairment to its taste, giving home growers the opportunity to store large quantities harvested from their own garden.[4]
In cultivation
Retzius also describes how farmers would plant chives between the rocks making up the borders of their flowerbeds, to keep the plants free from pests (such as Japanese beetles[13]).[11]. While the growing plant repels unwanted insect life, the juice of the leaves can be used for the same purpose, as well as fighting fungal infections, mildew and scab. [14][15][16]
Its flowers are attractive to bees, which are important for gardens with an abundance of plants in need of pollination.
Medical uses
The medical properties of chives are similar to those of garlic, but weaker; the faint effects in comparison with garlic are probably the main reason for its limited use as a medicinal herb. Containing numerous organisulplide compounds such as allyl sulfides[17] and alkyl sulfoxides, chives have a beneficial effect on the circulatory system, acting upon it by lowering the blood pressure.[18] As chives are usually served in small amounts and never as the main dish, negative effects are rarely encountered, although digestive problems may occur following over-consumption.[18]
Chives are also rich in vitamins A and C, and contain trace amounts of sulfur and iron.[19]
Cultivation
Chives are cultivated both for its culinary uses as well as its ornamental value; the violet flowers are often used in ornamental dry bouquets.[20]
Chives thrive in well drained soil, rich in organic matter, with a pH of 6-7 and full sun.[2]
Chives can be grown from seed and mature in summer, or early the following spring. Typically, chives need to be germinated at a temperature of 15 °C to 20 °C and kept moist. They can also be planted under a cloche or germinated indoors in cooler climates, then planted out later. After at least four weeks, the young shoots should be ready to be planted out.
In the winter, chives die back to the underground bulbs, with the new leaves appearing in early spring. Chives starting to look old can be cut back to about 2-5 cm; this length is also preferred when harvesting, making the unattractive yellowing appear close to the ground, so that the plant can retain its aesthetic value.
History and cultural importance
Chives have been cultivated in Europe since the Middle Ages, although signs of its usage date back to 5000 years ago[4].
The Romans believed chives could relieve the pain from sunburn or a sore throat. They believed that eating chives would increase blood pressure and acted as a diuretic.[citation needed]
Romanian Gypsies have used chives in fortune telling.[19]
It was believed that bunches of dried chives hung around a house would ward off disease and evil.[19]
Gallery
- Chives.web.jpg
Close-up of a flower
External links
All links retrieved December 13, 2007
- Nutritional Information
- Mrs. Grieve's "A Modern Herbal" @ Botanical.com
- Chives, history, clutivation, container growing and a recipe
Herbs and spices | |
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Herbs | Angelica • Basil • Basil, holy • Basil, Thai • Bay leaf • Boldo • Borage • Cannabis • Chervil • Chives • Coriander leaf (cilantro) • Curry leaf • Dill • Epazote • Eryngium foetidum (long coriander) • Hoja santa • Houttuynia cordata (giấp cá) • Hyssop • Lavender • Lemon balm • Lemon grass • Lemon verbena • Limnophila aromatica (rice paddy herb) • Lovage • Marjoram • Mint • Mitsuba • Oregano • Parsley • Perilla (shiso) • Rosemary • Rue • Sage • Savory • Sorrel • Stevia • Tarragon • Thyme • Vietnamese coriander (rau răm) • Woodruff |
Spices | African pepper • Ajwain (bishop's weed) • Aleppo pepper • Allspice • Amchur (mango powder) • Anise • Aromatic ginger • Asafoetida • Camphor • Caraway • Cardamom • Cardamom, black • Cassia • Cayenne pepper • Celery seed • Chili • Cinnamon • Clove • Coriander seed • Cubeb • Cumin • Cumin, black • Dill seed • Fennel • Fenugreek • Fingerroot (krachai) • Galangal, greater • Galangal, lesser • Garlic • Ginger • Grains of Paradise • Horseradish • Juniper berry • Liquorice • Mace • Mahlab • Malabathrum (tejpat) • Mustard, black • Mustard, brown • Mustard, white • Nasturtium • Nigella (kalonji) • Nutmeg • Paprika • Pepper, black • Pepper, green • Pepper, long • Pepper, pink, Brazilian • Pepper, pink, Peruvian • Pepper, white • Pomegranate seed (anardana) • Poppy seed • Saffron • Sarsaparilla • Sassafras • Sesame • Sichuan pepper (huājiāo, sansho) • Star anise • Sumac • Tasmanian pepper • Tamarind • Turmeric • Wasabi • Zedoary |
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- ↑ LaFray, Joyce (1987). Tropic Cooking: The New Cuisine from Florida and the Islands of the Caribbean. Oakland: Ten Speed Press, 292. 0898152348.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Allium schoenoprasum factsheet, from Kemper center for home gardening, retrieved on June 13, 2006
- ↑ Gräslök, from Den virtuella floran, retrieved on June 13, 2006
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Chives, from homecooking.about.com, accessed on June 13, 2006
- ↑ Kaufman, Peter B and Thomas J Carlson, Kaufman B Kaufman, Harry L Brielmann, Sara Warber, Leland J Cseke, James A Duke (1999). Natural Products from Plants. Boca Raton: CRC Press, 261. 084933134X.
- ↑ Allium schoenoprasum factsheet, from Kemper center for home gardening, retrieved on June 13, 2006, based on the position of the botanical Garden (Missouri)
- ↑ Gräslök, from Den virtuella floran, retrieved on June 13, 2006, The facts mentioned on the site apply to Sweden, which is in the northern part of the habitat zone.
- ↑ McGary, Mary Jane (2001). Bulbs of North America: North American Rock Garden Society. Portland: Timber Press, 28-29. 088192511X.
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