Allium chinense var. nigrum 'Star Chef Plus' is a perennial aromatic plant with a characteristic garlic-like but non-pungent flavor. This onion's native range is the mountainous regions of western China and Mongolia. The tender, juicy, and long-lasting flat leaves, 0.4 to 1.2 cm wide, emit a characteristic onion aroma when damaged. The stalks reach heights of 25 to 60 cm, while the loose hemispherical many-flowered inflorescences consist of 100–150 star-shaped white flowers with green or gray-purple veins, making the plant attractive not only as a spice but also as a decorative addition to lawns and alpine gardens. The inflorescences are also suitable for cutting and arranging bouquets, including winter compositions.
This onion possesses not only culinary value but also therapeutic properties. In Tibetan medicine, all parts of the plant are used to treat chronic gastritis, neurasthenia, and asthmatic cough. Allium chinense has hemostatic effects, beneficially affects heart function, and acts as an antidote for snake and insect bites. Modern research confirms its choleretic, diuretic, and capillary-strengthening properties, as well as its ability to increase the body's resistance to infections. Moreover, this onion is an excellent nectar source, from which therapeutic honey is obtained without a characteristic onion aftertaste.
The 'Star Chef Plus' variety is distinguished by high yield and ease of care, making it popular among gardeners and farmers. Perennial onion does not require annual replanting, which facilitates cultivation and allows saving time and effort. Seeds of this variety are available in mini-packaging, which is convenient for planting on dacha plots. Discounts are provided for large volume purchases, and delivery is made throughout Russia and CIS countries via courier services and postal companies.
