Allium atroviolaceum
Angelo Porcelli (Sat, 29 May 2004 13:18:40 PDT)

Dear Nan,

I don't think Alllium atroviolaceum is available commercially and this is a
shame, as this species has good ornamental value. Also, bulbs are edible and
were used here as substitute of garlic and in the preparation of a dish
(boiled and fried with eggs)

Angelo Porcelli
Italy