Term: Amaryllidaceae

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This plant family includes the genus Alluim, which contains such well-known culinary plants as onions, shallots, garlic, and leeks. These plants are mostly perennials, sporting bulbs and straight or tubular leaves. Plants like sandy or loamy soil and full sun. The edible members of the onion subfamily have a strong odor which can be helpful for repelling certain pesty insects.

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