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Live: From onions to chives – Exploring the diversity of allium
Live: From onions to chives – Exploring the diversity of allium

Welcome to Kunming, China's "Capital of Flowers"! We'll take you on a virtual tour of an enchanting allium garden at Kunming Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Allium is a genus of flowering plants with hundreds of species. Onion, garlic, scallion, shallot, leek and chives are ever-present ingredients in our kitchens and dining tables. But alliums actually come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors, and this garden is home to some of the most beautiful and fascinating species.

We explore the many wonders of this garden, from the elegant purple blooms of Allium giganteum, to the delicate white petals of Allium tuberosum. We'll also learn about the important role that alliums play in traditional Chinese medicine, their culinary uses in the local cuisine, and their contribution to biodiversity conservation.

Whether you're an avid gardener, a lover of natural beauty or just curious about the world of alliums, this livestream is sure to be an unforgettable experience. So sit back, relax, and let's discover the magic alliums together!

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Live: From onions to chives – Exploring the diversity of allium

Welcome to Kunming, China's "Capital of Flowers"! We'll take you on a virtual tour of an enchanting allium garden at Kunming Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Allium is a genus of flowering plants with hundreds of species. Onion, garlic, scallion, shallot, leek and chives are ever-present ingredients in our kitchens and dining tables. But alliums actually come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors, and this garden is home to some of the most beautiful and fascinating species.

We explore the many wonders of this garden, from the elegant purple blooms of Allium giganteum, to the delicate white petals of Allium tuberosum. We'll also learn about the important role that alliums play in traditional Chinese medicine, their culinary uses in the local cuisine, and their contribution to biodiversity conservation.

Whether you're an avid gardener, a lover of natural beauty or just curious about the world of alliums, this livestream is sure to be an unforgettable experience. So sit back, relax, and let's discover the magic alliums together!