Tag: Allium toxicity

While many ornamental flowers are purely decorative, a surprising number of plants in the onion family are technically edible. However, the key question, especially for gardeners, is: are purple Allium flowers edible? The answer is nuanced, as edibility and palatability vary significantly among species.

According to the Pet Poison Helpline, garlic is considered to be about five times more potent than onion, and both are part of the *Allium* genus. This makes answering the question, "Are alliums poisonous?" a matter of considering who is consuming them, as the effects vary drastically between species, particularly affecting cats and dogs.