Maori Onion
Bulbinella hookeri
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Basic Information
Family: Asphodelaceae
Genus: bulbinella
Plant ID (slug): bulbinella-hookeri
Numeric ID: 20378
USDA Hardiness: 7-10
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Bulbinella hookeri is a BULB growing to 0.7 m (2ft 4in) by 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
New Zealand.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - fleshy[173, 187]. No further details are given.
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Bulbinella hookeri Maori Onion