Scientific Name | Allium sativum |
Plant Type | Bulbous perennial |
Height | 1 to 2 feet (30 to 60 cm) |
Bulb | Divided into cloves |
Leaves | Strap-like, 12 to 24 inches long |
Flowers | White or purple, globe-shaped |
Root System | Fibrous, bulbous |
Color of Bulb | White, purple, or pink |
Taste | Strong, pungent |
Aroma | Sharp, distinctive |