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GARLIC BULB [1 record]

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Record 1 2012-10-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Plant Biology
  • Spices and Condiments
OBS

The bulb of the garlic plant which has a strong and persistent odor and taste, is composed of a number of smaller bulbs, and is used as a condiment.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Biologie végétale
  • Épices et condiments
CONT

La tête d'ail est un bulbe constitué par des caïeux, fixés sur un plateau d'où partent les racines. L'ensemble des caïeux est enveloppé dans une fine pellicule blanche ou rose. Le nombre de caïeux par bulbe varie de 5 à 16.

OBS

Les caïeux de la tête d'ail, appelés gousses, sont utilisés comme condiment.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Biología vegetal
  • Especias y condimentos
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