Edible Sierra Nevada Plants
Monocotyledon Genera Descriptions
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Amaryllidaceae - Amaryllis Family
Wild Onion
Allium acuminatum,
A. amplectens, A. campanulatum, A. fimbriatum,
A. hyalinum, A. lemmonii, A. membranaceum,
A. obtusum, A. platycaule, A. tribracteatum,
A. validum, A. yosemitenseAll species produce edible bulbs which may be used like cultivated onions and keep well stored. Overeating of any onion may cause poisoning.
Brodiaea
Brodiaea dudleyi, B. elegans, B. gracilis,
B hyacinthina, B. laxa, B. lutea,
B. multiflora
Corms are edible raw in many species; they are better cooked.
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