ONION

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An onion (Allium cipa L.It belongs to the genus Allium. It is the most widely grown species in this species. Here are some key details about onions:

  1. Description:
    1. The onion plant has a fan of hollow, blue-green leaves.
    1. The edible part is the bulb, which starts to swell when it reaches a certain length of day.
    1. The bulb consists of a short, compressed, underground stem, surrounded by the leaves of a fleshy modified scale.
    1. Onions are known for their pungent taste and are used in various dishes across the globe.
  2. Variations:
    1. Common onion: The most commonly used variety, which is available in red and yellow cultivation.
    1. Shelot: A botanical variety of onions, which were classified separately until 2011.
    1. Close relatives: Garlic, scallion, leek and chew are related to onions.
  3. Cooking uses:
    1. Onions are used in cooking to add flavour to dishes like soups, stews and curries.
    1. It can be eaten raw or cooked.
    1. Varieties such as Japanese bunching onions (Allium fistulosum) and tree onda (allium × diffusion) are also grown for food.

Remember, onions are not only delicious but also versatile in the kitchen! 🌿🧅

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