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LeekWild Common Name:
Wild Leek
 
 
Scientific Name: Allium tricoccum

 

Habitat/Season: Wetland Savanna / June - July

 

Comment: Native In early spring before the blooms, people of the Great Smoky Mountains gather the leaves for their annual Ramp Festival. The leaves and bulbs are used for soups and salads.