Shallot
Shallot
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Shallot
Allium cepa var. aggregatum
Varieties: Zebrune
PlantedFoodMedicinal
Ayurvedic Profile
Dosha Effect
Pacifies Kapha
Rasa / Taste
Pungent, Sweet
Virya / Energy
Heating
Medicinal Actions
Antimicrobial, antioxidant, circulatory
Helps With
Why This Plant
"A refined allium; gentle pungency and good keeping quality."
Cultivation
Plant from seed or sets; full sun.
Zone: 6a
Safety
Generally very safe.
