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Leek

This, the Allium Porrum, is a plant highly valued for culinary purposes. Its flavour is much milder than that of the onion, or any other species of Allium. In Wales, the leek has long been a special favourite. It is ordinarily sown in spring, and is ready for use in the following winter. Attention has long been given to its growth, and some of the varieties exhibit in a remarkable degree the effects of cultivation in increased size and delicacy.