Allium sativum (Garlic)

Garlic (Allium sativum) is a herbaceous perennial plant in the onion family. It is widely cultivated for its edible bulb which is composed of several individual cloves. Garlic has a strong, pungent flavor and is commonly used as a seasoning in various dishes. The plant grows to a height of about 2 feet and has a spread of about 6 inches.