Genus name comes from the classical Latin name for garlic. Specific epithet comes from the Greek word ampelos meaning vine and parson meaning leek for a leek found growing in vineyards. Few of the popular common names of the plant are Elephant Garlic, Giant garlic, Great-headed garlic, garlic, Levant, Russian garlic, Wild leek, Yorktown onion, Broadleaf wild leek, garden leek, Puerro Silvestre. Allium ampeloprasum has been distinguished into four cultivated vegetables, namely leek, elephant garlic, kurrat and Persian leek. With a flavor best described as like green onions with a strong garlic smell, wild leeks are used in many springtime recipes like soup and egg dishes, or pickled and used in salads. They can also substitute for onion or garlic in any dish. Leaves Leaves are alternate distichous, simple and sheathing; sheath closed, cylindric to low–ridged, to 600 mm long increasing from the lowest to uppermost leaf, to mid-plant and hiding peduncle (scape), with membranous, ligule like extension 2—3 mm above base of blade, persistent; blade long–tapered lanceolate–linear, 300—500 × < 15—36 mm, papillate–ciliate on margins, long–acuminate at tip, parallel–veined with midrib raised to keeled on lower surface. Inflorescence Inflorescence is umbel–like, spheroid, in range 70—80 mm, 300—500–flowered, with old flowers and younger flowers mixed, flowers opening over several weeks for each inflorescence, bracteate, glabrous; bracts subtending umbel 2, covering flower buds when first formed, the lower bract encircling axis, to 100 mm long, triangular to below midpoint and with an abruptly tapered and linear upper portion, leaf like, separated from upper bract by internode of several mm, upper bract narrower and shorter, to 65 mm long and only half–encircling axis, often abscising after flowering; bractlet subtending pedicel present, membranous, long–acuminate triangular, to 6 mm long, aging scarious and wedged between pedicel bases; pedicels radiating from spheroidal center of inflorescence, at anthesis < 35—45 mm long, 0.5—0.7 mm diameter at midpoint, pink aging whitish, glabrous. Flower Flower is bisexual, radial, 3 mm across, ovoid (urn–shaped); tepals 6 in 2 whorls, dimorphic, free, white at base to pink or pinkish above midpoint and having green mid stripe from above base to tip; outer tepals ovate and cupped, ca. 5 × 2 mm, ± keeled, conspicuously papillate on surface, keel, and margins; inner tepals appressed to ovary, oblong–elliptic, ca. 5 × 1.5—1.7, faintly pink above midpoint, flatter and narrower > outer tepals, mid vein raised to midpoint, with some papillae only on margins; stamens 6 in 2 whorls, dimorphic, whorl opposite outer tepals ± free, other whorl fused to bases of inner tepals, ca. 6 mm long at maturity. Filaments is membranous, glabrous, of free stamens ovate to midpoint and threadlike above midpoint, of stamens opposite inner tepals 3–lobed to midpoint, central lobe somewhat cylindric gradually tapered to tip, lateral lobes (teeth) flattened and triangular in lower portion and threadlike above, sub equal with filament of fertile stamen; anthers dorsi fixed–versatile, dithecal, ± 1 mm long, pale yellow, arrow–shaped at base, longitudinally dehiscent; pollen pale yellow; nectary beneath ovary not producing nectar; pistil 1, ca. 6 mm long; ovary superior, low 6–lobed, ovoid but when pollen released elongating to 0.7 mm below an interrupted ledge, ca. 2.5 × 2.2—2.3 mm, green with whitish furrows, lobes without crest but papillate at top, 3–chambered, each chamber filled with 2 ovules attached to center; style arising from pit at top of ovary, when pollen released 4—4.5 mm long, pinkish to white, tapered to tip; stigma capitate, exerted at same level as anthers, not lobed. Fruit Fruit is capsule, loculicidal, typically sterile with 6 aborted ovules, sterile fruit ± dehiscent, ± pyramidal and 3–sided, 3—3.5 mm long; hidden by persistent, papery tepals. Capsules are up to 6-seeded. Seeds are 2–3 mm long and 2 mm wide and black colored. History The plant is known since antiquity. Although Theophrastus (third century BC) does not include a clear description of the species when he treats the cultivated leek, onion, and garlic, it is likely that he referred to A. ampeloprasum when he mentioned other wild similar species. Nevertheless, Dioscorides (first century AD) clearly stated the medicinal properties of the wild leek, a plant known as ampeloprason by the Greeks. He said that it is worse for the stomach than leeks but warmer and more diuretic, expelling the menstrual blood, and also being good for those bitten by poisonous beasts. Andres Laguna, the Spanish translator of Dioscorides, explained in his own comments that this wild species typically grows inside the vineyards, hence called ampeloprason (vineyard leek). According to the Spanish botanist Bernardo Cienfuegos (1627), this species was consumed in the seventeenth century in Spain and was described as a plant, with intermediate characteristics between garlic and leek. Iron found in wild leeks helps boost oxygen distribution in the body, increases energy levels, and supports healthy immune function. Iron is particularly important for premenopausal women, who experience iron loss during their menstrual cycles. There are various potential wild leeks health benefits to consider. Here are a few you should keep in mind: 1. Heart Health As Native Americans have believed for centuries, Wild Leek could benefit the heart and circulatory system. Folate in wild leeks helps regulate the homocysteine levels of the body. In high amounts, protein homocysteine can contribute to heart diseases, especially atherosclerosis. Research also shows that the kaempferol in wild leeks may reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Kaempferol protects the blood vessels against damage, while also supporting the liver with elimination of cholesterol. Wild leeks may also reduce low density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and total cholesterol, which is very important for preventing heart disease and atherosclerosis. 2. Treat and Prevent Cancer One of the most well-known health benefits of wild leeks is this vegetable’s potential to fight or prevent cancer due to its high antioxidant content. Research suggests that the flavonoid antioxidant kaempferol found in wild leeks is involved in apoptosis (cell death) in various cancer types. Research published in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry in 2000 recommended that selenium-rich wild leek have potential for cancer reduction in humans. 3. Support brain function and development Wild leeks consist of choline, which is a used as a chemical messenger in the brain (neurotransmitter). Sufficient amounts of choline in the diet have been shown to support proper cognitive function and facilitate learning in adults and children. 4. Prevent high blood pressure and stroke Wild leeks consist of folate, which is an essential B vitamin that keeps our bodies levels of homocysteine in check. Homocysteine is a protein found in the blood that contributes to atherosclerosis when it is in high amounts. Traditional uses and benefits of Wild Leek Culinary Uses Pickled wild leeks Ingredients Directions Wild Leek and Cashew Pesto Ingredients Directions References: https://www.itis.gov/servlet/SingleRpt/SingleRpt?search_topic=TSN&search_value=42708#null https://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/55019/ https://npgsweb.ars-grin.gov/gringlobal/taxonomydetail.aspx?id=2217 https://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Allium+ampeloprasum http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=281717 http://www.floracatalana.net/allium-ampeloprasum-l- https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=ALAM http://www.theplantlist.org/tpl1.1/record/kew-294972 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allium_ampeloprasum https://www.cabi.org/isc/datasheet/4237 http://w3.biosci.utexas.edu/prc/K12/pages/Allium%20ampeloprasum.html 玻璃钢生产厂家玻璃钢牛雕塑厂家电话白云区仿真玻璃钢人物雕塑黄山欧式玻璃钢雕塑多少钱电镀玻璃钢雕塑定制厂家湖州人物玻璃钢雕塑公司安顺玻璃钢雕塑厂唐山玻璃钢花盆批发价格玻璃钢雕塑公仔滁州玻璃钢雕塑人物定制玻璃钢农民劳作雕塑成品玻璃钢花盆厂家直销赵洪卫玻璃钢雕塑茂名玻璃钢雕塑公园摆件卡通玻璃钢雕塑公司上海玻璃钢长颈鹿雕塑盐城玻璃钢海豚雕塑厂家楚雄市玻璃钢雕塑价格永济玻璃钢长颈雕塑玻璃钢牛的雕塑哪里生产北京树脂玻璃钢雕塑厂家茂名玻璃钢造型雕塑德阳玻璃钢花盆批发玻璃钢雕塑技术参数孝感动物玻璃钢雕塑生产厂家邵阳玻璃钢雕塑定制南京户内玻璃钢雕塑市场南汇玻璃钢音符雕塑夏邑定做玻璃钢雕塑厂选哪家运城房地产水景玻璃钢雕塑泉州玻璃钢果蔬雕塑香港通过《维护国家安全条例》两大学生合买彩票中奖一人不认账让美丽中国“从细节出发”19岁小伙救下5人后溺亡 多方发声单亲妈妈陷入热恋 14岁儿子报警汪小菲曝离婚始末遭遇山火的松茸之乡雅江山火三名扑火人员牺牲系谣言何赛飞追着代拍打萧美琴窜访捷克 外交部回应卫健委通报少年有偿捐血浆16次猝死手机成瘾是影响睡眠质量重要因素高校汽车撞人致3死16伤 司机系学生315晚会后胖东来又人满为患了小米汽车超级工厂正式揭幕中国拥有亿元资产的家庭达13.3万户周杰伦一审败诉网易男孩8年未见母亲被告知被遗忘许家印被限制高消费饲养员用铁锨驱打大熊猫被辞退男子被猫抓伤后确诊“猫抓病”特朗普无法缴纳4.54亿美元罚金倪萍分享减重40斤方法联合利华开始重组张家界的山上“长”满了韩国人?张立群任西安交通大学校长杨倩无缘巴黎奥运“重生之我在北大当嫡校长”黑马情侣提车了专访95后高颜值猪保姆考生莫言也上北大硕士复试名单了网友洛杉矶偶遇贾玲专家建议不必谈骨泥色变沉迷短剧的人就像掉进了杀猪盘奥巴马现身唐宁街 黑色着装引猜测七年后宇文玥被薅头发捞上岸事业单位女子向同事水杯投不明物质凯特王妃现身!外出购物视频曝光河南驻马店通报西平中学跳楼事件王树国卸任西安交大校长 师生送别恒大被罚41.75亿到底怎么缴男子被流浪猫绊倒 投喂者赔24万房客欠租失踪 房东直发愁西双版纳热带植物园回应蜉蝣大爆发钱人豪晒法院裁定实锤抄袭外国人感慨凌晨的中国很安全胖东来员工每周单休无小长假白宫:哈马斯三号人物被杀测试车高速逃费 小米:已补缴老人退休金被冒领16年 金额超20万
Wild Leek Quick Facts
Name:
Wild Leek
Scientific Name:
Allium ampeloprasum
Origin
Mediterranean region (S. Europe, Northern Africa to W. Asia)
Shapes
Depressed globose to ovoid capsule 2–4 mm in diameter
Taste
Cross between onions and garlic with an extra bit of sweetness
Major nutrients
Vitamin B9 (36.25%)
Carbohydrate (12.77%)
Copper (12.22%)
Total dietary Fiber (11.13%)
Potassium (9.68%)
Allium ampeloprasum commonly known as Wild Leek is a part of the allium family which includes leeks, onions, garlic, shallots, green onions (scallions) and chives. The wild plant is commonly known as wild leek or broadleaf wild leek. Allium ampeloprasum is regarded as native to all the countries bordering on the Black, Adriatic, and Mediterranean Seas from Portugal to Egypt to Romania. In Russia and Ukraine, it is considered offensive except in Crimea, where it is native. It is also native to Ethiopia, Uzbekistan, Iran and Iraq. It is considered naturalized in the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Czech Republic, the Baltic States, Belarus, the Azores, Madeira, the Canary Islands, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Pakistan, China, Australia (all states except Queensland and Tasmania), Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Haiti, the United States (southeastern region plus California, New York State, Ohio and Illinois), Galápagos, and Argentina. In tidewater Virginia, where it is commonly known as the “Yorktown onion”, it is protected by law in York County.
Health benefits
Beneficial for Heart Health, Treat and Prevent Cancer, Support brain function and development, Prevent high blood pressure and stroke
Health benefits of Wild Leek
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